Jeff Skinner becomes the third player to have his contract bought out by Buffalo over a 13-season playoff drought, joining Ville Leino and Christian Ehrhoff. … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres buy out the final three years of forward Jeff Skinner’s 8-year, $72 million contract
Capitals promote Chris Patrick to GM, Brian MacLellan remains president of hockey operations
Brian MacLellan, 65, spent a decade as GM since taking over for George McPhee in 2014. He finished the building of the team that won the franchise’s first Stanley Cup title in 2018. … [Read more...] about Capitals promote Chris Patrick to GM, Brian MacLellan remains president of hockey operations
Patrick Kane re-signs with the Detroit Red Wings on a 1-year deal
Patrick Kane is entering his 17th professional season. … [Read more...] about Patrick Kane re-signs with the Detroit Red Wings on a 1-year deal
Red Wings sign two-time Stanley Cup champion Vladimir Tarasenko away from the Panthers
Tarasenko, 32, is the sixth player from Florida’s Game 7 lineup to leave in free agency. … [Read more...] about Red Wings sign two-time Stanley Cup champion Vladimir Tarasenko away from the Panthers
Buffalo Sabres acquire forward Ryan McLeod in a trade with the Edmonton Oilers
Buffalo received McLeod and minor leaguer Tyler Tullio from the Western Conference champions for 20-year-old center Matthew Savoie. … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres acquire forward Ryan McLeod in a trade with the Edmonton Oilers