Elliotte Friedman: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Colorado Avalanche News / House of Hockey / April 10

Gabriel Landeskog's Playoffs Fate Revealed After Latest Elliotte Friedman Report

The Colorado Avalanche have been playing without their captain for nearly three years after the team's 2022 Stanley Cup-winning run. After years of recovery, it appears the player is getting close to making a return.

Elliotte Friedman News / House of Hockey / April 10

Elliotte Friedman Confirms Shocking Details of Two Failed Draft-Day Trades Last Year

The Montreal Canadiens have landed a star of the future in Ivan Demidov, but according to Elliotte Friedman, two draft day deals could have changed that history.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 10

Hurricanes defenseman Dmitry Orlov expected to remain in NHL despite KHL rumors

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: There are some who believe that two trades at the 2024 were scratched after Ivan Demidov fell to the Montreal Canadiens at number five.

NHL News / Dose.ca / April 9

The prices for the tickets for the Monday game are very, very high

According to Elliotte Friedman, we can really expect Ivan Demidov to make his debut in the NHL next Monday. The Chicago Blackhawks will be visiting the Centre Bell for the occasion… and the Canadiens’ amphitheater is going to be packed.

NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / April 8

Friedman Weighs In on the “Sunshine State Conspiracy” Theory

Are the Toronto Maple Leafs as a team seen as easy picking during the upcoming playoffs? There’s a conspiracy that the Florida Panthers are losing games on purpose to force a match with the Maple Leafs.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 5

Canucks irked by Rick Tocchet-Flyers rumors, complain to NHL

Canucks frustrated by Rick Tocchet-Flyers rumors, complain to NHL

The Canucks are pushing back against the growing narrative linking head coach Rick Tocchet to a potential move to the Flyers.

Some potential coaching candidates for Philadelphia Flyers, Boston Bruins

Alex Ovechkin reveals why he purposely didn't break goals record vs. Blackhawks

Wild get mammoth Kirill Kaprizov injury update

Which top UFA is most likely to wear a new sweater next season?

More playoff appearances next five years: Flames or Canucks?

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Canucks' Rick Tocchet Issues Serious Response to Elliotte Friedman Contract Report

Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet could have his days numbered in Canada if only because his contract is set to end once the regular season is over.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 1

Friedman: Canucks will exercise option on Tocchet’s contract ‘if necessary’

With just eight games remaining on the Vancouver Canucks’ schedule, the focus is heading toward the offseason and their plans for next season. The biggest question mark remaining is the future of Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 1

Insider Links Flyers to Potential Offer Sheets This Summer

The Philadelphia Flyers could be the team to watch when it comes to NHL offer sheets this summer, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. During Monday’s edition of 32 Thoughts, Friedman discussed the possibility of teams being aggressive in extending offer sheets to restricted free agents, and the Flyers immediately stood out.

New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 1

Rangers sign Callum Tung

4/1: The New York Rangers have officially signed Tung to a three-year, entry-level contract. Tung will turn pro after just one season in college. Tung will report to the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack for the remainder of the season, per Peter Baugh of The Athletic.

New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 31

Rangers closing in on signing goaltender Callum Tung

Earlier today, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that the Flames were interested in undrafted goaltender Callum Tung. It turns out they weren’t the only team seeking his services as Friedman reports (Twitter links) that the Rangers are closing in on signing the netminder with an official announcement expected on Tuesday.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 31

Penguins place depth winger on waivers

He served a fourth-line role in Pittsburgh’s last three games and didn’t manage any notable stat changes, other than one shot on net.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 31

Flames interested in college goaltender Callum Tung: Friedman

As the NCAA national championship tournament unfolds, college teams are reaching the ends of their season and key college players are considering their future options.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / March 31

Friedman on Tocchet and Canucks: ‘It’s going to be a bigger number than they’ve paid a coach in quite some time’

While the Vancouver Canucks are still battling for their playoff lives, the looming cloud of the future of a certain member of the coaching staff is hovering over the team.

Calgary Flames News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 31

Flames Interested In Callum Tung

The Flames are among the teams interested in signing college free agent netminder Callum Tung out of UConn, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet said on Monday’s 32 Thoughts podcast.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 30

Wild place Brendan Gaunce, Devin Shore on waivers

The Minnesota Wild have placed depth forwards Brendan Gaunce and Devin Shore on waivers per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 24

How taxing issue creates competitive imbalance in NHL

One of the NHL's foremost insiders wrote recently about a proposal for how the league could and should handle one of its more vexing issues: taxes.

Sidney Crosby getting closer to breaking this Wayne Gretzky record

Oilers stars will miss even more time due to injury

Stars hopeful Tyler Seguin can return before end of regular season

Jets lose key forward to injury

Nikita Zadorov's comments suggest potential rift in Bruins' locker room

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / March 24

Friedman: Thatcher Demko a possibility to start for Canucks Monday vs. Devils

According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko is considered a possibility to start Monday’s match against the New Jersey Devils.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 22

Flyers believed to be interested in Michigan State forward

College free agency has already started for some players while some of the more notable ones will become available in the coming weeks once their Frozen Four tournament comes to an end.

Stars out to end disappointing trend against Flyers

The best possible fictional hockey team

The 'NHL all-time assist leaders' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / March 18

Canadiens working to bring Demidov to Montreal this season

Major development: Canadiens working to bring Ivan Demidov to Montreal this season

Arguably the best NHL insider, Elliotte Friedman, just made a fascinating statement about Ivan Demidov. It really makes you believe that the Montreal Canadiens' top prospect could join the team as early as this season.

Montreal Canadiens’ 5 First-Round Targets in 2025 NHL Draft

Montreal Canadiens expected to be aggressive during offseason

Canadiens More Than a One-Line Team in 2025 Playoff Chase

Expanding the Stanley Cup Playoffs Devalues the Regular Season

Canadiens in Enviable Position for Wild-Card Spot as 2025 Playoffs Near

NHL News / Habs Fanatics / March 17

NHL insider drops big scoop about Panthers' Sam Bennett

As part of the broadcast of the Montreal Canadiens' game against the Florida Panthers Saturday on Sportsnet, Elliotte Friedman had some news.

Montreal Canadiens expected to be aggressive in offseason

Panthers’ Dmitry Kulikov leaves game with upper-body injury

Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?

The '1976-77 Montreal Canadiens' quiz

Buffalo Sabres News / Blade of Steel / March 14

Insider: Star traded to Buffalo was 'devastated' in debut

NHL insider reveals young star traded to Buffalo was 'devastated' in debut

Josh Norris had made a home in the NHL in Ottawa, and after the trade to Buffalo, he was unsurprisingly devastated by his change in circumstances.

Sabres loan Josh Dunne and Isak Rosen to AHL

Don’t expect a Rasmus Dahlin, Sabres breakup anytime soon

Slumping Sabres searching for more 'compete' vs. Vegas

Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 4

Elliotte Friedman on Maple Leafs’ acquiring notable talent at trade deadline: ‘It’s gonna cost them’

With just a fews day left before the NHL Trade Deadline, the Toronto Maple Leafs are weighing their options of what they’re going to have to do in order to add quality talent to their roster.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / February 12