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NHL Trade Rumors Archives
December 2008 NFL Rumors
December 1, 2008, Rumors
- Minnesota Wild having further problems trading winger Marian Gaborik, as he has been injured since mid-October -- ESPN
- New Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brian Burke reportedly wants to trade blue-liner Pavel Kubina, possibly to the Anaheim Ducks -- ESPN
- Edmonton Oilers still shopping around with Dwayne Roloson with few teams interested -- ESPN
- Patrick Eaves, Joe Corvo and Frantisek Kaberle all reportedly on the trading block for the Carolina Hurricanes -- ESPN
November 2008 NHL Trade Rumors
November 30, 2008, Rumors
- New Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brian Burke reportedly not looking to sign Mats Sundin -- Toronto Star
- Marian Hossa, who will be a free agent after the season, expected to accept a lesser contract to stay with the Detroit Red Wings -- Toronto Sun
November 28, 2008, Rumors
- Olli Jokinen of the Phoenix Coyotes to miss two weeks with a shoulder injury, ending his 397-consecutive game streak -- ESPN
- Nashville Predators send Nick Tarnasky to the Florida Panthers for Wade Belak -- ESPN
November 27, 2008, Rumors
- Toronto Maple Leafs and Brian Burke agreeing to reported a $18 million, six-year deal to become the team's general manager -- ESPN
November 26, 2008, Rumors
- Deal to appoint Brian Burke as the president and general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly almost completed -- Globe and Mail
November 25, 2008, Rumors
- Rumors swirling that Steve Yzerman or Pierre McGuire may be in line to become the next general manager of the Ottawa Senators -- ESPN
November 24, 2008, Rumors
- Despite early talks, one Philadelphia journalist suggesting that the Flyers are better off without veteran forward Brendan Shanahan -- Philadelphia Daily News
- With Nikolai Khabibulin playing well, the Chicago Blackhawks are now in a touch spot, having Cristobal Huet on contract as well -- The Chicago Tribune
- Henrik Zetterberg, who is set to become a free agent after the season, in talks with the Detroit Red Wings for a contract extension, could be completed this week -- ESPN
- New Jersey Devils adding their name to the growing list of teams interested in Minnesota Wild winger Marian Gaborik -- ESPN
- Former Avalanche scrapper Claude Lemieux returning to the ice, will play with the San Jose Sharks American Hockey League affiliate, the Worcester Sharks -- ESPN
November 23, 2008, Rumors
- Wade Belak waived by the Florida Panthers, team also reportedly looking to trade Jay Bouwmeester -- The Miami Herald
November 22, 2008, Rumors
- Kari Lehtonen placed on injured reserve by the Atlanta Thrashers with a back injury -- Faceoff.com
- Dallas Stars captain Brenden Morrow out for the season after tearing his ACL on Thursday -- ESPN
November 21, 2008, Rumors
- Michael Nylander trade rumors swirling again, will reportedly be traded from the Chicago Blackhawks to the Washington Capitals for Dustin Byfuglien -- Chicago Sun-Times
- Montreal Canadiens general manager Bob Gainey traveling to Los Angeles to continue talks with veteran free agent Mats Sundin -- TSN.ca
November 20, 2008, Rumors
- Brian Burke could see a deal to become the Toronto Maple Leafs general manager as soon as Saturday -- Toronto Star
- While rumors that he is still on the trading block continue, right wing Marian Gaborik skating with the Minnesota Wild for the first time this month -- ESPN
November 19, 2008, Rumors
- Mats Sundin reportedly planning to return to the NHL in mid-December with as many as 11 teams interested in him -- Toronto Star
November 18, 2008, Rumors
- New York Rangers could be looking to trade defenseman Michal Rozsival -- ESPN
- Darren McCarty placed on waivers by the Detroit Red Wings for the second time this season, although if he clears he will stay with the team rather than going to the minors -- MLive.com
November 17, 2008, Rumors
- Detroit Red Wings in initial talks with Johan Franzen, who will become a free agent after the 2008-09 season along with Henrik Zetterberg and Marian Hossa -- ESPN
- Current Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Cliff Fletcher speaking out that the Leafs would be wise to sign recently ousted Anaheim Ducks general manager Brian Burke -- Toronto Star
- Peter Laviolette's head coaching tenure with the Carolina Hurricanes could be coming to an end soon -- ESPN
- Florida Panthers still trying to re-sign Jay Bouwmeester, which just became more difficult as team owner Alan Cohen reportedly wants to cut $3 million from their payroll -- ESPN
- Chicago Blackhawks ending talks with the Washington Capitals to acquire forward Michael Nylander -- ESPN
- Jordan Leopold of the Colorado Avalanche on the trading block, may go to the Ottawa Senators -- ESPN
- New Jersey Devils may look to trade Patrik Elias, possibly to the Chicago Blackhawks -- ESPN
November 16, 2008, Rumors
- Pittsburgh Penguins sending Darryl Sydor to the Dallas Stars for Philippe Boucher -- TSN
- Columbus Blue Jackets reportedly looking to trade for some power-play help -- Blue Jackets Xtra
- Ottawa Senators general manager Bryan Murray actively trying to arrange a trade, but finding a trading partner is not going so well -- Ottawa Sun
November 15, 2008, Rumors
- Tampa Bay Lightning fire head coach Barry Melrose after only 16 games with the team, will be replaced by Rick Tocchet -- ESPN
- Lightning also reportedly in "regular" talks with Mats Sundin -- St. Petersburg Times
November 14, 2008, Rumors
- Former Anaheim Ducks general manager Brian Burke reportedly in demand by several teams, including Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, Philadelphia Flyers, Ottawa Senators, New York Rangers, Atlanta Thrashers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Florida Panthers and the New York Islanders -- Toronto Star
- Kevin Bieksa of the Vancouver Canucks out two weeks with a fractured foot -- The Vancouver Sun
November 13, 2008, Rumors
- Edmonton Oilers signing Jesse Boulerice to fill in for the injured Steve MacIntyre -- Edmonton Sun
- Washington Capitals reportedly close to a deal to send Michael Nylander to the Chicago Blackhawks -- The Boston Globe
November 12, 2008, Rumors
- Brian Burke stepping down as the general manager of the Anaheim Ducks, Bob Murray selected as his replacement -- ESPN
- Dallas Stars captain Brenden Morrow could be facing a one-game suspension after instigating a fight with Dustin Brown of the Los Angeles Kings -- Dallas Morning News
November 11, 2008, Rumors
- According to his agent, Brendan Shanahan will decide on which team to sign with by the end of the week, Chicago Blackhawks, Pittsburgh Penguins, Boston Bruins, Philadelphia Flyers, St. Louis Blues, Montreal Canadiens and New Jersey Devils all rumored to be possibilities -- ESPN
- Dan Barnes of The Edmonton Journal calling the New York Rangers all sorts of colorful names, including insensitive and disgusting, after news broke that the team is seeking compensation for Alexei Cherepanov following the young prospect's death -- Faceoff.com
November 10, 2008, Rumors
- Rumors floating that the Chicago Blackhawks have contacted the Ottawa Senators about acquiring Jason Spezza -- Ottawa Sun
- Christian Backman, Jiri Novotny and Fredrik Norrena of the Columbus Blue Jackets reportedly all on the trading block -- ESPN
November 9, 2008, Rumors
- The Atlanta Thrashers, who have three goaltenders on their roster, could look to trade one netminder, possibly Kari Lehtonen for a top defenseman -- Toronto Sun
November 8, 2008, Rumors
- Philadelphia Flyers get Matthew Carle from the Tampa Bay Lightning for Steve Eminger and Steve Downie, trade could make room for the Flyers to sign Brendan Shanahan -- Courier-Post
- Age and health of goaltender Martin Brodeur leading to speculation that he may be replaced on the Canadian Olympic hockey team, Roberto Luongo and Carey Price on the short list of successors -- Faceoff.com
November 7, 2008, Rumors
- Vancouver Canucks reportedly having trouble signing Mattias Ohlund, in talks with the Tampa Bay Lightning about Matthew Carle; Lightning are looking to trade Olaf Kolzig and Radim Vrbata -- ESPN
- The New York Rangers reportedly working towards a compensatory second-round pick in the 2009 NHL draft to replace their late prospect Alexei Cherepanov -- Faceoff.com
- Montreal Canadiens owner George Gillett and NHL commissioner Gary Bettman shooting down rumors that the team may be for sale -- TSN.ca
- Kimmo Timonen excited about the possibility of Brendan Shanahan joining the Philadelphia Flyers, thinks the team needs the leadership Shanny would bring -- Philadelphia Inquirer
November 6, 2008, Rumors
- New Jersey Devils goaltender Martin Brodeur's elbow surgery was successful, will still miss three-to-four months -- TSN.ca
- Boston Bruins joining in the hunt for forward Brendan Shanahan -- ESPN
- Glen Murray may be owed $1.38 million from the Bruins after claims that his contract was improperly bought out during the off-season -- ESPN
November 5, 2008, Rumors
- New Jersey Devils goaltender Martin Brodeur will require surgery for his elbow, expected to miss three-to-four months -- ESPN
- Right wing Mark Parrish, formerly of the Minnesota Wild, signs with the Dallas Stars -- ESPN
November 4, 2008, Rumors
- Brendan Shanahan reportedly in talks with the Philadelphia Flyers -- ESPN
- Mats Sundin scheduled to meet with Anaheim Ducks general manager Brian Burke -- TSN.ca
November 3, 2008, Rumors
- Chris Kunitz could be traded by the Anaheim Ducks to make salary cap space for Mats Sundin -- ESPN
- After starting the season with a fourth worst goals-against average of 3.50, the Philadelphia Flyers may be looking to pick up a goaltender, possibly Nikolai Khabibulin from the Chicago Blackhawks -- ESPN
- Ottawa Senators reportedly in talks with Mats Sundin -- Ottawa Sun
- Edmonton Oilers looking to trade goaltender Dwayne Roloson, Pittsburgh Penguins reportedly shopping Darryl Sydor -- ESPN
November 2, 2008, Rumors
- Anaheim Ducks reportedly joining the list of teams interested in signing Mats Sundin -- Toronto Sun
- Toronto Maple Leafs still denying that they are interested in Ilya Kovalchuk of the Atlanta Thrashers -- Toronto Star
- New York Islanders netminder Rick DiPietro out four-to-six weeks after another knee surgery -- ESPN
November 1, 2008, Rumors
- Brendan Shanahan reportedly done with the New York Rangers -- New York Daily News