The Colorado Avalanche might have an inside restrict for Mikko Rantanen
TSN: Pierre LeBrun doesn’t see a Mikko Rantanen extension with the Colorado as one thing that’s imminent. Rantanen has the identical agent as Leon Draisaitl, who signed a $14 million extension with the Oilers. The Avalance might have an inside restrict.
“Let’s not overlook, Nathan MacKinnon at $12.6 million a yr could also be a little bit of an inside cap for Colorado, so this could get executed, however I’ll let you know that not everybody is aware of for certain if it’ll. Going to be fascinating.”
NHL Rumors: Rangers, Kraken, Maple Leafs, Panthers, Islanders, Golden Knights, Geese, and Wild
Two pending New York Rangers UFAs
Dan Rosen of NHL.com: (mailbag) New York Rangers defenseman Ryan Lindgren signed a one-year, $4.5 million and shall be a UFA after the season. The Rangers might want to resolve in the event that they need to commit long-term to Lindgren. He performs a troublesome sport and performs by way of a lot of accidents and ache. Solely signing him to a one-year deal and strolling him to a UFA might provide you with an concept of what route they’re pondering.
TSN: Darren Dreger stated that Igor Shesterkin was somewhat aggravated that among the contract information was leaked earlier this week.
“Guys, there are some on the market who imagine that this man is so dedicated to his place, and the vary is someplace between $11.5-11.7, $11.7 would make him the very best paid Ranger, and it doesn’t matter to him.
He’s going to remain within the crease, cease the puck, and when the New York Rangers discover the appropriate spot, then he’ll be completely satisfied to signal.”
4 veterans nonetheless on the lookout for work
TSN: Chris Johnston notes there are 4 veteran defensemen who’re nonetheless on the lookout for an NHL spot.
John Klingberg continues to be working his means again from double hip surgical procedure and is a few months away.
Kevin Shattenkirk has spoken with some groups and hopes to have one thing quickly.
Mark Giordano is hoping for another yr on a Cup contender and in a depth function.
NHL Rumors: The NHL Goalie Market Is Altering
Justin Schultz had a very good yr on Seattle final season. He has turned down some NHL jobs and would possibly head to Europe if he can’t discover the appropriate match.
