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Blue Jackets address goalie problem with Flyers trade

The Columbus Blue Jackets have been looking to improve their team in one area on the ice, and they were able to do that in a recent trade with the Philadelphia Flyers, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

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Flyers expected to trade former KHL Goalie of the Year to Blue Jackets

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The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 12

Friedman on Andersson: ‘At some point this year, Craig Conroy is going to get what he wants to get to move him’

Rasmus Andersson is under contract with the Calgary Flames through the 2025-26 season. But his future beyond this season remains unclear, with projections ranging from “murky” to “definitely being traded.” Heck, during the NHL’s European Player Media Tour, Flames captain Mikael Backlund told The Athletic regarding Andersson: “He’s getting traded.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The '50-goal NHL seasons since 2000-01' quiz

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

Minnesota Wild News / Athlon Sports / September 11

Elliotte Friedman Shares Potential Reason Behind Kirill Kaprizov's $128 Million Rejection

The NHL world is still trying to digest Frank Seravalli's report, which indicates that Kirill Kaprizov has turned down an eight-year, $128 million extension from the Minnesota Wild.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Elliotte Friedman Addresses Canucks-Ducks Trade Speculation

Trade speculation around restricted free agent Mason McTavish has surfaced this summer, linking the Anaheim Ducks center to the Vancouver Canucks in a potential offseason trade.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / House of Hockey / September 9

Toronto Maple Leafs Pursuing Acquisition of One Specific First-Line Winger, Per Elliotte Friedman

Jack Roslovic remains the top free agent available in the NHL, and according to a top insider, he's becoming a top-line option for the Maple Leafs. After

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 5

Friedman Says McDavid Update Forcing Rivals to Be Ready For Unthinkable

Connor McDavid’s future with the Edmonton Oilers remains the NHL’s biggest storyline, and Elliotte Friedman believes the captain’s obsession with winning is at the heart of the delay on signing his next contract.

Dallas Stars News / Blade of Steel / August 30

Elliotte Friedman reveals what the Stars will do with Lyubushkin

The Dallas Stars are facing salary cap pressure and long-term roster questions, but Elliotte Friedman's report makes clear that Ilya Lyubushkin is staying put for now.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / August 28

Elliotte Friedman Weighs in After Connor McDavid Addresses Oilers Contract Talks

Connor McDavid’s cautious approach to his pending extension with the Edmonton Oilers has quickly become the NHL’s dominant storyline heading into training camp.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / August 27

Elliotte Friedman Weighs In on What Oilers Must Do to Retain McDavid

Connor McDavid appears ready to sign an extension in Edmonton, but according to Elliotte Friedman, there's ways they can push him past his reservations.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / August 27

The Flames and Connor Zary like each other, but have a disagreement on compensation: Friedman

It’s been a pretty quiet summer for the Calgary Flames, gang. Yeah, general manager Craig Conroy has locked a few players up to new contracts – including Matt Coronato, Kevin Bahl, Morgan Frost and Martin Pospisil.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / August 26

NHL Rumours and More News Out of Chicago but from the Crease

Welcome back to the latest NHL Rumours, and we just had an update from the Windy City, and here’s another. Today we explore what Elliotte Friedman was hinting at when he was discussing an update on the Chicago Blackhawks.