NHL Daily: T.J Oshie, Cam Talbot, New York Islanders
NHL Daily: Philadelphia Flyers Should Target T.J Oshie in the Offseason, Cam Talbot Has Been Perfect For the Edmonton Oilers, the New York Islanders Negotiating With Barclays Centers and More! (Morning NHL Headlines)
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There were seven games on the NHL’s Sunday schedule. First, the Penguins shut out the Panthers 4-0, the Blue Jackets beat out the Devils 4-1 and the Jets topped the Wild 5-4.
The Hawks topped the Avalanche 6-3, the Canadiens beat the Senators 4-1, the Flyers topped the Hurricanes 4-3 in OT and the Flames beat the Kings 5-2.
The Highlight of the Night:
NHL Daily: Morning NHL Headlines
Flyers to Target Oshie in Offseason
It might seem like it might be too early to discuss offseason targets but it doesn’t hurt to scope out the possibilities. Capital T.J Oshie is about to his free agency this offseason and the Flyers should consider targeting the forward, who would bring extra scoring, physicality and skill to the team’s roster. [Broad Street Buzz]
Best Rangers Rookies Since ’04
The Rangers have had some outstanding rookie talents begin their careers in the team’s blue jersey. See the best rookie talents to begin their careers in New York since 2004. Between the budding talents of Kevin Hayes and Brady Skjei to classic Rangers like Ryan McDonagh, the team has produced a variety of intense rookie talents. [Blue Line Station]
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NHL Olympic Participation Uncertain; Senators’ Owner Eugene Melnyk Not Entertaining
The 2018 Olympics are still a little over a year out and the NHL has yet to officially decide whether or not they’ll participate in the world event. Regardless, some team owners, like at the Capitals for example, have hinted that they wouldn’t be against one of their players opting for Olympic participation (Alex Ovechkin) but Senators’ owner Eugene Melnyk isn’t feeling it. Melnyk has made statements that would not condone his players, like Erik Karlsson, to attend anyway. [SenShot]
Talbot in Clutch for Oilers
Cam Talbot has been a clutch player between the pipes for the Edmonton Oilers. Talbot has been a standout for the Oilers this season and has been performing at pretty impressive rates. Now, the Oilers are appreciative of his skill when their defensive play drops and Talbot finds a way to grab the win anyway. Talbot has been an incredible starter for the team since joining them and won’t be letting them down anytime soon. [Oil on Whyte]
Isles Fan Trolls Penguins’ Fanbase
There has been a lot of discussion over Islander Josh Ho-Sang’s number (66), especially in relation to the Penguins’ 66, Mario Lemieux. So, this Isles fan crafted his own jersey to continue to troll the conversation even longer. [Eyes on Isles]
Islanders Negotiating With Barclays
Many have been discussing the inevitable future of the Islanders parting ways with Barclays Center in Brooklyn to pursue a new home, which many thought would come much sooner than expected. But, in a turn of events, it is being reported that the Isles are negotiating with Barclays to find a deal that would benefit both parties. [Eyes on Isles]