May 2012 - Hockey Wiretap

Rangers, Bruins, Sharks Interested In Ray Whitney
Ray Whitney could be moved if the Coyotes fall out of contention over the next two weeks.

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Grabovski Would Like To Stay With Toronto
Mikhail Grabovski will become an unrestricted free agent this July, but his agent Gary Greenstin recently talked with the Leafs about a new deal.

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BMO Field Could Host Future Winter Classic
The 20,000-seat BMO Field, where MLS team Toronto FC plays, is the most likely site for an outdoor NHL game in Toronto.

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Islanders Won't Move Nabokov
Evgeni Nabokov will be a free agent this summer, but the Islanders have no plans to shop him as they surge.

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Church Asking People To Pray For Canadiens
The Catholic church is asking people to play for the last-place Canadiens.

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Canes Want To Retain Ruutu
The Hurricanes will attempt to re-sign Tuomo Ruutu rather than trade the forward.

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Tortorella Wants NFL-Style Review System
John Tortorella wants hockey to adopt an NFL-style review system for the llast minute of the game.

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Report: Quebec City, Hamilton Could Support NHL Team
A new report says Canada could support up to nine NHL teams, two more than the current number.

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H. Sedin Has No Broken Bones In Foot
The Canucks have said that Henrik Sedin would be a game-time decision against the Wild.

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Wild's Koivu Cleared To Play
The Wild will have Mikko Koivu back on the first line Thursday night against the Canucks.

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Wings To Host Leafs At 'Big House'
The NHL announced Thursday that the Red Wings will host the Maple Leafs at "The Big House" in the 2013 Winter Classic.

Press Release

Henrik Sedin Skips Practice, Gets Test On Ankle
Henrik Sedin missed practice on Wednesday and underwent an X-ray and a CT scan on his right ankle.

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Michigan Stadium OK'd For Winter Classic
The U. of Michigan Board of Regents approved the license of Michigan Stadium for the 2013 winter Classic on Wednesday.

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Jackets Sign Vinny Prospal To Extension
The Blue Jackets have signed LW Vinny Prospal to a one-year contract extension.

Press Release

Flames Re-Sign Derek Smith
The Calgary Flames have re-signed defenseman Derek Smith.

RealGM Staff Report

Fowler Won't Change Approach Despite Points Drought
Cam Fowler has put his focus on his defensive game this season after going minus-25 in 2010-11.

Orange County Register

Leafs Less Likely To Make Trade
The Leafs and Flyers are no longer discussing a trade of Luke Schenn for James van Riemsdyk.

CSN Philly

NHL To Announce 2013 Winter Classic At Michigan Stadium
The Red Wings and Maple Leafs will meet at Michigan Stadium.

TSN

Senators May Avoid Trade Market Amid Slide
As the Senators continue to slide, going 0-6-1 over their last seven games, GM Bryan Murray is likely to stand pat at the deadline.

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Fewer Players Available Ahead Of Deadline
Tim Gleason was one trade candidate who instead signed an extension.

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Sundin Remains Popular In Toronto
Mats Sundin remains a popular figure in Toronto as he was at a public event in the area on Tuesday.

Toronto Sun

Kesler Beginning To Play Like He Did Last Season
Ryan Kesler is beginning to play like he did in 10-11 when he won the Frank Selke Trophy.

National Post

Yzerman Not Ready To Give Up On Season Ahead Of Deadline
Steve Yzerman is not yet giving up hope that the Lightning can salvage their season.

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Leafs Believe Gardiner Has Moved Past Rookie Wall
Jake Gardiner sat out for four games in mid-January because Ron Wilson believed he had hit the rookie wall.

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Owen Nolan Retires From NHL
Owen Nolan announced his retirement from the NHL on Tuesday at the San Jose Sharks' home rink.

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Nugent-Hopkins Out 7-10 Days
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins will be out 7-10 days with a sprained shoulder.

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Sharks Could Be Trading For Scorer
The Sharks are believed to be looking for a proven scorer for one of their two forward lines.

San Jose Mercury News

Caps Coach: Laich's Injury 'Not Major'
Capitals coach Dale Hunter said that Brooks Laich's left knee injury is "not major."

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Sabres Coach Lindy Ruff Injured At Practice
Sabres coach Lindy Ruff injured his right arm after being upended by Jordan Leopold in practice on Monday.

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Emery To Start Again For Blackhawks
Ray Emery will start in goal for the Blackhawks Tuesday against the Avalanche.

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