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- 2008-2009 trade deadline: March 3
- Teams may trade active and minor league players, cash, draft picks and "future considerations"
- Each of the 30 NHL teams allowed 23 active players
- 2008-2009 NHL salary cap: $40.7 million lower - $56.7 million upper limitNHL.com: NHLPA, NHL announce team payroll range for 2008-09
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In September of 2008, the last full month before the regular season began, NHL teams scrambled to make the final touches to their rosters. Perhaps the most notable move was the trade of Mathieu Schneider from the Anaheim Ducks to the Atlanta Thrashers. This gave the Ducks the salary cap space they were looking for to allow for the signing of veteran winger Teemu Selanne.
For the latest trade rumors throughout the league, be sure to visit our main NHL Trade Rumors page!
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Notable September 2008 Rumors
Nikolai Khabibulin placed on waivers by the Chicago BlackhawksThe New York Rangers released veteran forward Petr Nedved
43-year-old Claude Lemieux attempting a return to the Colorado Avalanche
Brendan Shanahan refused the invitation to the New York Rangers' training camp
No contract deal between Marian Gaborik and the Minnesota Wild
Jay Bouwmeester rejects a long-term contract, signs for one year with the Florida Panthers
Alexander Radulov unhappy in Russia, wants to return to the Nashville Predators
No decision from Mats Sundin, offers from the Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, Vancouver Canucks and New York Rangers
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NHL Trade Rumors September 2008 Questions
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Buffalo Sabres trade activity? 1 AnswerI could not find any official-sounding rumors -- but man, do you Sabres fans want a meaningful trade to pop up! And from what I gather from the tone of most Sab... read more -
Any Dallas Stars Trade Rumors and or facts? 1 AnswerHere's a rumor that looks like it's now squashed:" Q: Is there any truth to the rumor concerning a trade between Montreal and Dallas involving Brad Richards and... read more -
NHL Trade Deadline Guessing Game Contest 9 AnswersBill Guerin - Washington Capitals Ryan Smyth - Calgary Flames Keith Tkachuk - Dallas Stars Vincent Lecavalier - Montreal Canadians Jay Bouwmeester - Philade... read more -
In 2008, did the US trade deficit increase or decrease from the previous year? 2 AnswersIn 2007, the trade deficit was just over $700 billion. In 2008, it shrank to $681 billion. Not much better, but any improvement helps. Unfortunately, a lot of t... read more
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September 22, 2008, Rumors
- The New York Rangers have invited Brendan Shanahan to try out at their training camp, but have not submitted an official offer. The St. Louis Blues are still very interested -- ESPN
September 18, 2008, Rumors
- Alexander Radulov reportedly unhappy playing in Russia, wants to return to the Nashville Predators -- The City Paper
September 16, 2008, Rumors
- No offer to Brendan Shanahan from the New York Rangers, but the St. Louis Blues are interested -- New York Post