March 2010 - Hockey Wiretap
Carcillo Active In Game 2 For Flyers
Dan Carcillo is active for the Flyers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the Blackhawks.
It is being reported that rookie James van Riemsdyk will be a healthy scratch to make room for Carcillo.
"Danny doesn't cross that line too much," Philadelphia coach Peter Laviolette said.
"In fact, it goes the other way. I believe he finished top three in the penalties he draws as opposed to the penalties he takes. It was like a plus-25 rating. Danny Carcillo has done an excellent job with his discipline when he's been in the lineup. He plays an aggressive game, can agitate a little bit and be physical. He's done an excellent job of controlling his game and keeping it legal."
Former Whalers Owner Trying To Lure NHL To Hartford
Former Whalers team owner Howard Baldwin is trying to get fans behind his efforts to bring an NHL team back to Hartford, Conn.
Baldwin's latest venture is an outdoor skating rink at the Rentschler Field sports and entertainment stadium in East Hartford.
The Hartford Whalers left Connecticut in 1997 for Raleigh, N.C., and became the Carolina Hurricanes.
Blackhawks' Ladd To Miss Game 2
Blackhawks winger Andrew Ladd will miss Monday's Game 2 of the Stanley Cup finals against the Flyers because of an undisclosed injury, as reported by the Associated Press.
The Blackhawks expect to have Ladd available at some point in the series.
Hawks Getting Support From MLB's Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays are supporting the Blackhawks in their quest for the Stanley Cup.
Several times each season the Rays hit the road with a different team dress plan, and manager Joe Maddon decided that wearing hockey sweaters was the perfect idea for the flight to Toronto on Sunday.
When the Blackhawks heard about Maddon's plan, they offered free red home jerseys for the entire team, which most accepted.
A fan of the Blues growing up, Maddon is pulling for the Blackhawks to defeat the Flyers and win their first Stanley Cup title since 1961.
Flyers Name Leighton Goalie For Game 2
Michael Leighton will start in goal for the Flyers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup finals.
"Yes, it will be Leighton," Flyers senior director of communications Zack Hill told ESPN.com.
Flyers head coach Peter Laviolette refused to divulge his Game 2 goalie at a news conference earlier Sunday.
Leighton was pulled in the second period Saturday night after giving up five goals on 20 shots. Brian Boucher, who had just returned from injury, stopped 11 of 12 shots in relief.
Game 1 Of Finals Draws Highest Rating In 12 Years
Chicago's 6-5 victory over Philadelphia Saturday night in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals produced the best overnight rating for a hockey finals opener in 11 years.
The game on NBC garnered a 2.8 overnight rating and 6 share, the best numbers since 1999 when Buffalo and Dallas produced a rating of 3.7 on FOX.
Will Leighton Or Boucher Start In Net?
Flyers coach Peter Laviolette is staying mum on whether Michael Leighton or Brian Boucher will start in net for Game 2 of the finals against the Blackhawks Monday, according to an ESPN.com report.
"We will keep everything internally with regards to lineups, lineup changes, lines, goaltenders, anything that's internal we'll probably keep it internal," Laviolette said.
'Hawks, Flyers Opener A TV Hit
The Flyers and Blackhawks are already a television hit in the Stanley Cup finals.
Chicago?s stirring 6-5 win Saturday night in Game 1 produced the best overnight rating for a finals opener in 11 years, according to an Associated Press report on Sunday.
Bettman Says NHL Is Stable
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman expects the Coyotes to be sold this summer.
"The market is not flooded" with teams for sale, said Bettman, who did his best to quash or at least downplay reports and signs that several NHL clubs are unstable in this shaky economy.
Bettman said the league is "not now dealing with any franchise going out of business or moving," and he expressed hope that such speculation will soon stop.
'Hawks Beat Flyers In Wild Game 1
The Stanley Cup finals opener between the Blackhawks and Flyers was more like a track meet on ice.
Tomas Kopecky had the go-ahead goal in the third period, and the Blackhawks beat the Flyers 6-5 on Saturday night, as reported by the Associated Press.
Ladd Will Sit Out Game 1; Boucher Available
'Hawks F Andrew Ladd will sit out tonight's Game 1 of the Cup finals, while Flyers G Brian Boucher is available.
Predators Sign D Roman Josi, G Atte Engren To Entry Deals
The Predators on Friday signed prospects Roman Josi and Atte Engren to entry-level deals.
Ducks Obtain Draft Pick From Pens For Rights To G Modig
The Ducks on Friday acquired a sixth-round draft pick from the Penguins in exchange for the rights to goalie Mattias Modig.
Bettman Says Franchise Situation Is Stable
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said Friday that the "market is not flooded with teams" for sale.
Penguins, Flames To Host Outdoor Games
The NHL announced on Friday that the Penguins and Flames will host outdoor games next season.
Ducks Sign LW Brandon McMillan
The Ducks drafted Brandon McMillan in the third round back in 2008.
Lightning Sign D Mark Barberio
Tampa Bay drafted Mark Barberio in the sixth round of the 2008 draft.
Source: NHL To Announce Two Outdoor Games
A league source has confirmed that the NHL will unveil two outdoor games for next season on Friday.
Leafs Sign Defenseman Korbinian Holzer
Korbinian Holzer has signed a two-year entry level contract with the Leafs.
Hollywood Filmaker Interested In Buying Thrashers
Stephen Rollins is an Atlanta native.
Boucher Hopes To Back Up Leighton In Finals
Flyers goalie Brian Boucher has returned to practice and hopes he can back up Michael Leighton in the Stanley Cup finals.
Kings Re-Sign Scott Parse
The Kings on Wednesday re-signed LW Scott Parse to a two-year contract.
Prospects Chouinard, Holos Sign With Avalanche
The Avalanche on Wednesday signed defense prospects Joel Chouinard and Jonas Holos to entry-level contracts.
Mike Brodeur Signs One-Year Deal With Ottawa
Goaltender Mike Brodeur has signed a one-year contract with the Senators.
Rangers Agree To Terms With Mats Zuccarello Aasen
The Rangers on Wednesday agreed to terms with free agent F Mats Zuccarello Aasen.
Ladd Expected Back Against Philadelphia
Andrew Ladd suffered a shoulder injury on Sunday.
Keith Won't Wear Full Shield In Finals
Duncan Keith lost seven teeth while blocking a puck.
Avs Sign Adam Foote To One-Year Deal
The Avalanche on Tuesday signed captain Adam Foote to a one-year contract for the 2010-2011 season.
Rangers Acquire Niemi From Isles In Rare Deal
The Rangers on Tuesday acquired D Jyri Niemi from the Islanders for a sixth round pick in the 2010 draft.
Lightning Hire Steve Yzerman As New GM
The Tampa Bay Lightning have hired Steve Yzerman as the team's new GM.