Category Archives: NHL Draft

Islanders select Michael Dal Colle

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Derek

Drafting early again, the Islanders selected forward Michael Dal Colle with the fifth overall pick. Going for offense, Islander GM Garth Snow got it in the just turned 18-year old from Richmond Hill, Ontario who led the Oshawa Generals to … Continue reading →

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Sabres select Sam Reinhart

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Derek

So much for any surprises. Instead of trading the number one overall pick, the Panthers decided to select defenseman Aaron Ekblad. Florida general manager Dale Tallon turned down the Canucks’ offer of two first round picks (No.6 and 24) along … Continue reading →

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Canucks trade Kesler to Ducks

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Derek

After much speculation, Ryan Kesler finally has a new home. The Canucks dealt the unhappy center to the Ducks in exchange for Nick Bonino, Luca Sbisa, Anaheim’s first round pick (No.24) and third round pick (No.85). In a later deal … Continue reading →

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Rangers deal Dorsett to Canucks for 3rd round pick

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Derek

On the day of the NHL Draft, the Rangers made a move sending Derek Dorsett to the Canucks in exchange for a third round pick (85th overall). Acquired from the Blue Jackets in April 2013 as part of the Marian … Continue reading →

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