Author: Lydia Murray

Free Agent Frenzy Recap: Chicago Blackhawks

Photo taken from NHL.com The Chicago Blackhawks had a relatively quiet July 1st, particularly at the beginning, as they only signed two players. They did, however, make some noise later in the day when they unexpectedly signed Robin Lehner, who was a pretty big fish in the market. There had been no reports linking the … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy Recap: Chicago Blackhawks →

The Bruins Resign Danton Heinen

Photo taken from eliteprospects.com The Bruins announced late last night (July 9th) that they have resigned RFA forward Danton Heinen to a two-year contract extension worth $5.6 million ($2.8 million AAV). Heinen played in 77 games for the Bruins last season, in which he produced 11 goals and 23 assists. He then appeared in 24 … Continue reading The Bruins Resign Danton Heinen →

The Bruins Sign Six AHL Players

Photo taken from NHL.com The Bruins announced yesterday that they signed six players to AHL contracts. Forwards Samuel Asselin and Brendan Woods were signed to two-year deals, while forward Robert Lantosi and defensemen Chris Breen, Joel Messner, and Alexey Solovyev were all signed to one-year deals. Here’s a short write-up on each player. Samuel Asselin, … Continue reading The Bruins Sign Six AHL Players →

Free Agent Frenzy Recap- the Toronto Maple Leafs

Photo taken from NHL.com The Toronto Maple Leafs had a relatively busy July 1st even though they only signed depth players, as they made two major trades, one with the Ottawa Senators and the other with the Colorado Avalanche. Here’s a recap of their day and a short write-up on each player. Jason Spezza, F. … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy Recap- the Toronto Maple Leafs →

The Buffalo Sabres Sign Marcus Johannson

Photo taken from NHL.com It’s official: the Bruins have lost UFA forward Marcus Johannson. The Buffalo Sabres announced today they signed him to a two-year contract worth $9 million ($4.5 million AAV). This is disappointing but expected, and the Sabres are getting a great player. Johannson suited up for 58 games last season, producing 13 … Continue reading The Buffalo Sabres Sign Marcus Johannson →

Danton Heinen Files For Arbitration

Photo taken from nbcsports.com The NHLPA announced earlier today that 40 players have filed for arbitration. The only Bruin on that list (and the only one eligible) was Danton Heinen. Heinen, who is capable of playing on either wing, tallied 11 goals and 23 assists in 77 games last season. He also appeared in 24 … Continue reading Danton Heinen Files For Arbitration →

Free Agent Frenzy Recap- the Tampa Bay Lightning

Photo taken from NHL.com The Tampa Bay Lightning had a very quiet July 1st, signing just two players. You know they didn’t do much when their biggest signing of the day was Curtis McElhinney, who will likely be the team’s backup goaltender. This was expected given they tied the NHL-record for regular-season wins last season … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy Recap- the Tampa Bay Lightning →

Free Agent Frenzy: the Ottawa Senators

Photo taken from NHL.com The Ottawa Senators had a relatively quiet July 1st signing-wise, although they did make a big trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs. This was expected given they are in full-on rebuild mode and the organization is a bit of a dumpster fire between owner and management issues and on-ice play that … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy: the Ottawa Senators →

Free Agent Frenzy Recap: the Montreal Canadiens

Photo taken from NHL.com The Montreal Canadiens probably had the most interesting July 1st, but not because of who they signed. They only signed depth guys, but they also tendered an offer sheet to the Carolina Hurricane’s Sebastian Aho. I remain it was a very stupid thing for them to do because they lowballed him … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy Recap: the Montreal Canadiens →