Lucic Milan, Max Pacioretty, Kevin Hayes, More

In today 's rumor, the Rangers and Kevin Hayes could find ground for a one – year contract, but will that mark the end of his stay in New York? ? Similarly, Milan Lucic recently conducted an interview where it became clear that he is not looking to leave for Edmonton and that he does not understand why the athletes are so unhappy to be exchanged. Finally, the Panthers are still shopping and Montreal may be able to save money rather than be competitive.

Kevin Hayes Leaving the Rangers

Larry Brooks of the NY Post reports the New York Rangers and Kevin Hayes are not close long-term contract and will likely meet on a one-year contract that will lead Hayes to the free agency without restriction. They have an arbitration hearing scheduled for Thursday, but progress between the two parties has not been made with Hayes seeking between $ 5.5 million and $ 6 million a year on a long-term contract.

Jeff Gorton, the Rangers general manager, does not seem ready to go out. engage with Hayes and the Rangers in depth and Hayes has never been Brooks believes the Rangers will trade Hayes against a late first round pick

If the Rangers only sign Hayes for a one-year contract, he will be added to a list of players who could be movable property of commercial maturity The other two players on this list are Mats Zuccarello and probably Ryan Spooner

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Lucic happy to stay, will not be bitter if it is exchanged

Mila Lucic would leave Edmonton and his request for an exchange was inaccurate. During an interview with Ryan Whitney and Paul Bissonnette on the podcast Spittin's "Chiclets" Lucic discussed a number of topics, including commercial rumors, how the company was doing business. Oilers' organization has treated him since his arrival and how he can not wait to get back to Edmonton. Lucic said, "I'm delighted to come back and have that kind of mentality that" proves that people are wrong "and become an elite team again and again become a player myself. elite. "

all the good news for the Oilers who need Lucic to bounce back with a strong season

The conversation then turned an interesting direction, suggesting that it would not have the right to get angry if it was exchanged. Lucic has used the situation of DeMar DeRozan in Toronto as an example of what not to do if you are an athlete who is displaced.

As an athlete, you are not entitled to a warning and unless you are called Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid or LeBron James, you are just another player. Lucic feels no sympathy for DeRozan who has been traded to one of the best basketball organizations. The former Raptor will go to the Spurs – a team constantly looking for a title, will be coached by Greg Popovich, will make $ 30 million a year and will play in a place that has no tax d & # 39; State. Lucic said, "no one feels bad for you, like fu% $ off."

Authors Note: It's amazing how the scenario has changed dramatically when it comes to Lucic. It will be interesting to watch his upcoming season and how much he stays in Edmonton. Are the rumors that he was ready to help the Oilers facilitate an exchange just because he is a grateful player who wants to help his team? Or, did he really want to go out? And, is his attitude different because he has a no-trade clause that he can use to control where he goes?

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Panthers Always Seeking to Move

Jameson Olive of the Florida Panthers' Web Site Reports The Director General of the Panthers Dave Talon always has his eyes on a number of players available on the market. This has led to speculation that the Panthers could be one of the busiest teams in the coming weeks.

Up to now, the Panthers have added Senators Mike Hoffman, signed goalkeeper Michael Hutchinson for a one-year contract and are looking at prospects like Henrik Borgstrom and Owen Tippett to take a step forward. With just over $ 2 million in capitalization and a full list of contracts, a trade might be more likely than a free agency signature.

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The fans are unhappy in Montreal

Brendan Kelly, of the Montreal Gazette, points out that it's the second year in a row that the Montreal Canadiens have left significant sums in their salary cap while they could have used it to improve the team. This year, with close to $ 8 million in capitalization, insiders begin to perceive the model that the club wants to remain a team in the basement

Canadians do not have free agents who currently need new agreements and they always send a from their best players to Max Pacioretty. Kelly suspects fans of not being happy to hear that the club prefers to save money than to be competitive.

Specifically, when it comes to Pacioretty, Joey Alfieri of NBC Sports lists the Chicago Blackhawks, the Edmonton Oilers, the Los Angeles Kings. Devils and San Jose Sharks as five logical landing points