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Jaromir Jagr still negotiating with PanthersFlorida GM Dale Tallon spoke to Jaromir Jagr's agent, Petr Svoboda, on Tuesday and expects to talk to him again on Wednesday.
Advice: Jagr can become an unrestricted free agent on Saturday. "We'll have a meeting with the coaches and try to put the team together and see where we're going and what might we add on July 1 (the first day of free agency) and who in this camp might play on our team or not," Tallon said. "We're still talking, still negotiating." The 45-year-old veteran winger posted 16 goals and 46 points in 82 games last season. Rotoworld.comJaromir Jagr Fla - LW,RW -
Report: Jets have spoken with Steve MasonSteve Mason has reportedly been contacted by the Winnipeg Jets.
Advice: Several other teams have reached out to Mason as well. The Jets have been active looking for a goaltender in free agency and have also been linked to former Calgary netminder Brian Elliott. Rotoworld.comSteve Mason Phi - G -
Dan Girardi attracts interest as a free agentDan Girardi reportedly has a few potential landing spots as a free agent.
Advice: Craig Custance of the Athletic Detroit reported Tuesday that the Red Wings and several other teams have contacted the former Rangers defenseman. Tampa Bay and Minnesota are also reportedly interested in Girardi. He was bought out by New York a couple of weeks ago. Rotoworld.comDan Girardi NYR - DNot Active -
Marc Methot happy to find new home in DallasMarc Methot is happy that his playing future is finally settled.
Advice: Methot was selected by Vegas in the expansion draft, but it became increasingly clear that the Golden Knights had no intention of keeping him. On Monday night, they shipped the veteran to Dallas, which ended the craziness of the last week. "It was tough, not only for myself but for my pregnant fiancée," Methot said. "I think the unknown aspect of it all was the worst part. Not knowing where we were going to end up and the uncertainty of all that was tough." Rotoworld.comMarc Methot Dal - D -
Report: Mutual interest between Hawks, GagnerThe Chicago Blackhawks are reportedly interested in pending unrestricted free agent Sam Gagner.
Advice: The feeling is mutual, according to Scott Powers of The Athletic. Gagner enjoyed a breakout season in 2016-17, as he scored 18 goals and 50 points in 81 games with the Columbus Blue Jackets. It'll be interesting to see where Gagner lands and how much he'll cost if he hits the open market on July 1st. It would be surprising to see him hit the 50-point mark again next season. Rotoworld.comSam Gagner Cls - C,RW -
Radim Vrbata could re-sign with 'YotesPending UFA Radim Vrbata could still end up signing an extension with the Arizona Coyotes.
Advice: Vrbata will be free to sign with anyone as of July 1st, but according to beat reporter Craig Morgan, the door hasn't been shut on a potential return. The 36-year-old had a solid 20 goals and 55 points in 81 games. The Coyotes decided against trading him away at the deadline, so letting him walk for nothing would be a bit silly on their part. Rotoworld.comRadim Vrbata Ari - RW -
Ben Street signs one-year deal with Red WingsBen Street has signed a one-year contract with Detroit.
Advice: Street notched 25 goals and 55 points in 62 games for Grand Rapids of the AHL in 2016-17. The 30-year-old center added 21 points in 19 playoff contests. He also contributed one assist in six outings with the Red Wings. Rotoworld.comBen Street Det - CNot Active -
Chicago signs Ville Pokka to one-year dealChicago has made the signing of Ville Pokka official.
Advice: As previously reported, it is a one-year contract. Pokka has led Rockford's defensemen in points in each of the last two seasons. He generated six goals and 30 points in 76 games last year after he had 45 points in 76 matches in 2015-16. Rotoworld.comVille Pokka Chi - DNot Active -
Alexander Radulov draws plenty of interestAlexander Radulov has reportedly heard from 10-11 teams prior to the opening of free agency on Saturday.
Advice: Radulov isn't planning to visit any other cities at this time. Montreal is still in the mix to keep him, but there is interest from other squads. Rotoworld.comAlexander Radulov Mon - LW,RW -
Dennis Rasmussen can become UFADennis Rasmussen is eligible for unrestricted free agency.
Advice: Rasmussen didn't get a qualifying offer from Chicago. He could be an attractive player for teams seeking a fourth-liner with versatility and penalty killing skills. Rotoworld.comDennis Rasmussen Chi - C,LW -
Max McCormick agrees to 2-year deal with SensOttawa has signed Max McCormick to a two-year deal.
Advice: The contract is a two-way deal in year one, which will pay him $650,000 in the NHL and $200,000 in the AHL. It also has a guarantee of $250,000. It will be become a one-way deal in year two worth $650,000. McCormick accounted for 21 goals and 36 points in 66 games with Binghamton of the AHL in 2016-17. He didn't have a point in seven outings with Ottawa. Rotoworld.comMax McCormick Ott - RWNot Active -
Report: VGK looking to deal Emelin and SbisaVegas is still looking to trade expansion draft pickups Alexei Emelin and Luca Sbisa.
Advice: The Golden Knights have already dealt Trevor van Riemsdyk, Marc Methot and David Schlemko. According to TSN's Frank Seravalli, the other defenders are likely to stay on the roster. Rotoworld.comAlexei Emelin VGK - DOut -
Penguins, Schultz working on long-term dealPittsburgh is in the process of negotiating a long-term contract with defenseman Justin Schultz.
Advice: "It's early," said agent Wade Arnott. "But we've had some good, positive discussions." Schultz broke out in 2016-17 with 12 goals, 51 points and a plus-27 rating in 78 games. He is a restricted free agent with arbitration rights, but both sides hope to have a deal done before that happens. Rotoworld.comJustin Schultz Pit - D -
Dallas proceeds with buyout of Antti NiemiAntti Niemi has cleared waivers and the Stars have bought out the rest of his contract.
Advice: Niemi had one year remaining at $4.5 million. As previously reported, Dallas will be charged with an annual salary cap hit of $1.5 million for the next two seasons. Niemi had a 37-25-11 record with a 2.92 goals-against average, a .900 save percentage and three shutouts in two seasons with the Stars. Rotoworld.comAntti Niemi Dal - GNot Active -
Mikhail Grigorenko to become UFAMikhail Grigorenko will be permitted to test the free agent waters.
Advice: The Avalanche did not give him a qualifying offer, so he can become an unrestricted free agent. Grigorenko has not worked out since he was acquired from Buffalo in the Ryan O'Reilly trade. He generated just 10 goals and 23 points in 75 games last season. Grigorenko has posted 64 points in 217 career NHL outings since he was drafted 12th overall in 2012 by the Sabres. Rotoworld.comMikhail Grigorenko Col - C,LW -
Hurricanes re-up with Patrick BrownCarolina has inked Patrick Brown to a one-year, two-way contract.
Advice: The team announced that Brown will make $650,000 at the NHL level or $160,000 in the AHL, with a guarantee of $190,000. He produced 12 goals and 16 assists in 66 games with Charlotte last season. Brown also made 14 appearances with the Hurricanes in 2016-17, but he didn't earn a point. Rotoworld.comPatrick Brown Car - C,RWNot Active -
Jake Chelios gets one-year deal from CanesJake Chelios has agreed to a one-year, two-way contract with the Hurricanes.
Advice: Chelios will earn $650,000 if he plays at the NHL level or $85,000 in the AHL. He accounted for a personal best 32 points in 2016-17, which led all defensemen on the Charlotte Checkers. Rotoworld.comJake Chelios Car - DNot Active -
Jets likely still interested in Brian ElliottBrian Elliott has been linked to the Winnipeg Jets for several week.
Advice: TSN 1290's Rick Ralph reported on Monday that Elliott was "making tentative accommodation plans for Winnipeg," but Elliott's agent refused to comment on which teams have contacted him. If the Jets were able to bring Elliott on board then he would either share action with Connor Hellebuyck or serve as an insurance option. Rotoworld.comBrian Elliott Cgy - G -
Joe Morrow set to become a free agentJoe Morrow didn't get a qualifying offer from the Bruins before Monday's 5 p.m. deadline.
Advice: That will make Morrow an unrestricted free agent on July 1. He skated in just 17 games with the big club in 2016-17 as well as five playoff contests. Boston didn't tender Colton Hargrove a qualifying offer either. Rotoworld.comJoe Morrow Bos - D -
Brian Gionta hopes to re-sign with SabresBrian Gionta can become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, but he still hopes a deal can be reached with the Buffalo Sabres.
Advice: Gionta has been captain of the Sabres since 2014-15. He produced 15 goals and 35 points in 82 games last season. Rotoworld.comBrian Gionta Buf - RW
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