Aarif Deen
The Avalanche lost another depth forward from this past season. Still, they remain an early Stanley Cup favorite. Also, another notable NHL trade was announced and the Toronto Maple Leafs made somewhat of an off-the-board hiring for their head coaching position.
All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — June 19.
Colorado Hockey Now
In case you missed it, here’s everything you need to know about Josh Kroenke’s involvement in the season-ending press conference.
The rumor mill is starting quickly this year. And a familiar name finds his way on it once again.
Hat tip to Pierre-Edouard Bellemare, who made his retirement official on Thursday.
Around The NHL
Edmonton Hockey Now: The NHL has officially cleared Mike Babcock. That means a coaching hire in Edmonton is increasingly more likely, with a potential announcement by early next week.
Philly Hockey Now: John Carlsson told the Anaheim Ducks he’s moving on and going back East. Could the Flyers be a destination?
New Jersey Hockey Now: New GM Sunny Mehta isn’t letting go of Sheldon Keefe. The same can’t be said for one of his assistants.
San Jose Hockey Now: What Michael Kesselring can bring to the San Jose Sharks.
Boston Hockey Now: The Bruins are retiring No. 37 for Patrice Bergeron. Can’t say I’m surprised. Much deserved.
Florida Hockey Now: Sergei Bobrovsky wants another big payday with the Florida Panthers. Will he get it?