NHL Daily: Matt Murray Injured, Jacob Trouba Requests Trade
By Ryan Ritchie
NHL Daily: Matt Murray Injured, Jacob Trouba Requests Trade, Panthers Give Nick Bjugstad New Linemates, and More (Morning Coffee Headlines)
Grab your morning cup of coffee and join us here at Puck Prose for a compilation of NHL daily links that will help keep you updated with everything going on in the hockey world.
In today’s edition: Pittsburgh Penguins star netminder Matt Murray is expected to miss three to six weeks, Winnipeg Jets defenseman Jacob Trouba makes a trade request, Florida Panthers audition new players to line up alongside Nick Bjugstad on the third line, and much more!
NHL Daily: Morning Coffee Headlines
Murray to Miss 3 to 6 Weeks
Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Matt Murray suffered a broken hand at the World Cup of Hockey while playing for Team North America. He is expected to miss the next three to six weeks, so it looks as though Marc-Andre Fleury will be around for at least a little while longer. [Pittsburgh Post-Gazette]
Steen Extension Makes Sense for Blues
The St.Louis Blues recently signed veteran forward Alexander Steen to a four-year extension. Todd Panula over at Bleedin’ Blue explains why the contract makes more sense than if STL had re-signed David Backes. [Bleedin’ Blue]
Boston Bruins: B's Plan to Upgrade Defense by Playing Better
Jacob Trouba Requests Trade
Winnipeg Jets restricted free agent defenseman Jacob Trouba has requested a trade. His agent, Kurt Overhardt, made the announcement in a released statement citing the overabundance of quality blue liners. It makes sense after all; most have forgotten that another young prospect (Josh Morrissey) is also ready to compete for extra minutes on the back end. Check out our daily morning rant at the bottom for potential destinations. [Sportsnet]
Vesey Will Make Impact as Rookie
Karly Redpath over at Blue Line Station discusses how prized free agent signing Jimmy Vesey will have a big impact in 2016-17. The Rangers will need any extra offense they can get if they hope to make a deep postseason run this upcoming season. [Blue Line Station]
Metropolitan Division: Season Preview/Analysis
Nick Bjugstad Getting New Linemates
Florida Panthers had a busy offseason bringing in a lot of new faces. A couple of those players are seeing early ice-time in training camp alongside Nick Bjugstad. Former Canucks forward Jared McCann is expected to fill one slot, while the other will feature one of Jonathan Marchessault or Colton Sceviour. [Sun Sentinal]
Blackhawks Most Intriguing Training Camp Battles
With NHL training camps underway, Colin Likas at Blackhawk Up takes a look at a few of the most intriguing battles in Chicago. The biggest question mark should be who will replace Andrew Ladd alongside Jonathan Toews and Marian Hossa. [Blackhawk Up]
Season Preview: Fantasy Hockey Primer: Projections, 30-Team Analysis
A Look Back in International Hockey History With Ilya Bryzgalov
Craig Custance takes a look back at international hockey history to 2010 when Canada dismantled the Russians 7-3 in the quarterfinals of the Winter Olympics. After saying “they came out like gorillas out of a cage”, Ilya Bryzgalov revised his description as, “not gorillas, more like orcs from The Hobbit. You watch that movie, right? Big. Mean. Scary”. This is a great read with one of hockey’s bigger characters/personalities in recent years. [ESPN]
Koekkoek Eyeing NHL Roster Spot
Tampa Bay selected Slater Koekkoek 10th overall back in 2012. He finished his second year of pro in 2015-16 and saw extra time with the big club towards the end of the season. Tasha St.Pierre of Bolts by the Bay explains why his small sample size was an encouraging sign for the near future. [Bolts By The Bay]
Trade Rumors: 5 Hypothetical Trades That Could Make Sense
NHL Daily Morning Rant
Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff would be wise to attempt to package Jacob Trouba with Ondrej Pavelec to help solve their crowded crease.
The Jets are in a very advantageous position when it comes to moving their young blue liner. They don’t have any major pressing needs with tons of depth at every position. This leaves a world of options for Winnipeg: they can bring in a player who helps the team win now, maybe some high-end prospects, or possibly fill the draft pick cupboard to build a winner for the future.
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Potential Fits for Trouba/Pavelec Package:
Arizona Coyotes, San Jose Sharks
Potential Fits for Trouba:
Boston Bruins, Dallas Stars, Detroit Red Wings, Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, Toronto Maple Leafs
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