TSN Hockey analyst Martin Biron joins SportsCentre to explain why he agrees with the Ducks' decision to match the Flyers' offer sheet to Leo Carlsson which will pay the centre $18 million a year, and discuss what he sees as the fallout as far as salaries go for guys like Connor Bedard and Adam Fantilli.
The Ducks have matched the five-year, $90 million offer sheet that Leo Carlsson signed with the Flyers last week, keeping the centre on their roster with now the largest cap hit in the NHL. Philadelphia would have sent four first-round picks over the next five years to Anaheim had the Ducks elected not to match as a result of the $18 million average annual value of Carlsson’s deal.
The Ducks have matched the five-year, $90 million offer sheet that Leo Carlsson signed with the Philadelphia Flyers last week, keeping the centre on their roster with now the largest cap hit in the NHL. Anaheim GM Pat Verbeek and Carlsson maintain that while it was a strange week, they still have a good relationship.
An off-season injury means Connor Bedard’s regular season won’t start on time. The Blackhawks announced Wednesday that the 20-year-old centre had undergone successful surgery to repair his left shoulder and is expected to recover in four months.
During the peak of the Maple Leafs-Senators rivalry, Daniel Alfredsson and Darcy Tucker has a couple physical interactions on the ice. The former Sens captain says that he hasn't spoken to Tucker since accepting the job, but says that they have mutual respect due to the competitiveness they both possess. Alfie says he and Mats Sundin keep in touch, but don't speak much about the past.
Daniel Alfredsson has been hired as an assistant coach with the Maple Leafs. Last season, the Senators legend spent time behind Ottawa's bench as an assistant coach as well. Alfie detailed what appealed to him with Toronto, and explained how the power play will be a big part that he will work with alongside head coach Jim Hiller.
As the face of the Senators franchise, it was shocking for Ottawa fans to see Daniel Alfredsson take a job as an assistant coach with the rival Maple Leafs. Alfie understands the fans' pain, but says he loves the fans and appreciates their support. Alfredsson also revealed that he wasn't going to renew with Ottawa when his contract expired, as he believed that exploring other opportunities will help him grow.
In a surprising turn of events, Ottawa Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson is joining the Toronto Maple Leafs as an associate coach, the team announced on Tuesday. The Maple Leafs also named former Toronto Marlies bench boss John Gruden and Brad Werenka to the coaching staff as assistants.
The Ottawa Senators have agreed to terms with forward Claude Giroux on a one-year contract, the team announced on Tuesday. The contract carries a base salary of $2 million for next season with bonuses that could reach a maximum value of $5 million.
The Ottawa Senators and forward Claude Giroux are closing in on a deal to bring him back to the nation’s capital, according to Postmedia’s Bruce Garrioch. Giroux, 38, had 14 goals and 49 points in 82 games with the Senators last season.
The Flames have signed restricted free agent defenceman Simon Nemec to a five-year, $36.25 million contract that carries a cap hit of $7.25 million. Nemec was acquired from the Devils, along with forward Maksim Tsyplakov, on June 23 in exchange for two first-round picks and an additional second-rounder.
Jamie Oleksiak explains what it was like to be a free agent for the first time in his career and why the opportunity from the Canucks was 'tough to turn down'.
Frederik Andersen spoke to the media for the first time since joining the Oilers, and spoke about his decision to join Edmonton, and says he has had nothing but good experiences with head coach Mike Babcock. Andersen is expected to share time in the net with Tristan Jarry and Devon Levi. Edmonton's new goalie sees it as a positive with the demanding schedule to keep the guys fresh ahead of a playoff run.
Fresh off of a Stanley Cup win, Frederik Andersen left Carolina to sign in Edmonton. During the Final, Andersen stopped being the starter after revealing that he was dealing with a knee injury. The new Oilers goalie said that there shouldn't be any issues heading into training camp after exit medical evaluations.
Alex Ovechkin explains why the decision was easy to return to the Capitals on a one-year deal. Caps owner Ted Leonsis shares his level of excitement once he learned that Ovi wanted to come back.
Tinus Luc Koblar sees similarities between Norway's historic run to a first IIHF World Championship medal in the spring and what the national team is doing now at the World Cup. The 18-year-old centre impressed at Leafs development camp this week, but is quick to stress he's no Erling Haaland.
Gavin McKenna did not hit the scoresheet in Saturday's development camp scrimmage, but felt he was able to stand out with his compete level. Assistant GM Hayley Wickenheiser is hoping the Penn State product will now get some rest, but McKenna is already "itching" to get back on the ice.
Gavin McKenna enjoyed feeling the buzz in Toronto this week. "Can’t wait to finally call this place home," the 18-year-old from Whitehorse said. Attending Thursday's World Cup match was McKenna's favourite moment even if his attempt to catch the eye of Drake didn't work out.
During a media session on Saturday, Gavin McKenna revealed he will change his number to 92 out of respect for veteran goalie Sergei Bobrovsky, who wears his usual No. 72. The first overall pick also described what it was like to sign his entry-level contract in front of his parents.
The Flyers have signed Ducks centre Leo Carlsson to a five-year, $90 million offer sheet that carries an AAV of $18 million. If Anaheim does not match, Philadelphia will send their next four first-round picks as compensation. TSN Hockey analyst Martin Biron joins SportsCentre to discuss.
Now with a roster that sports both Tkachuk brothers, Brad Marchand, Sam Bennett, and now Radko Gudas, the Florida Panthers management are clearly embracing the villain role. This edition of That's Hockey ponders the question: Does that give them a psychological advantage?
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