Daily Archives: July 2, 2013

In the biggest news of the day, the Flyers have won the Vinny Lecavalier sweepstakes. The former Lightning star center has agreed to a five-year deal worth $22.5 million. It averages out to $4.5 million-per-year. On paper, it’s not bad. … Continue reading →

UNDSports.com  In a welcome surprise, Rangers general manager Glen Sather has struck again. The wheeler and dealer swapped prospects with the Canadiens sending Christian Thomas to Montreal for Danny Kristo. It’s an interesting move. Each are former second round picks. … Continue reading →

On Monday, the Rangers qualified offers to five of six restricted free agents. The five that were qualified were Ryan McDonagh, Derek Stepan, Carl Hagelin, Mats Zuccarello and newly acquired Justin Falk. None of this was a revelation. It’s no secret … Continue reading →

Stephon Williams is one of two goalies the Islanders drafted.WCHA.com For the Islanders, Sunday’s Draft was about the present and future. General manager Garth Snow took care of the first part when he moved unhappy forward prospect Nino Niederreiter to the … Continue reading →

Getty Images/Daily News Rick DiPietro has played his final game for the Islanders. The former 2000 first overall pick has been hampered by injuries. He was placed on waivers by the club so they can buy him out. He has … Continue reading →

Getty Images via Artesian News As usual, the Sabres didn’t do anything flashy at the Draft in Newark. Buffalo general manager Darcy Regier used both his first round picks on defensemen. However, he did make a smart move in the … Continue reading →