Dennis Bernstein via twitter: The asking price for Sabres Derek Roy is a younger forward that has top 6 potential and a prospect or pick.
Spector’s Hockey via twitter: LeBrun claims Jaroslav Spacek is likely to be dealt. John Shannon via twitter: Hurricanes confirm that Bryan Allen is off the market.
Steve Zipay via twitter: Is hearing rumors (unconfirmed) that the Red Wings are sending Brad Stuart to the Rangers for picks. Bruce Garrioch via twitter: Insiders say Wings are not trading Stuart to Rangers.
Darren Dreger via twitter: The Stars are telling people they won’t trade Steve Ott unless it’s a “great” offer. Lots of interest, could happen.
David Pagnotta via twitter: Maple Leafs assistant GM Dave Nonis said they’ve had a few more calls, a “minor deal” could happen.
James Mirtle via twitter: Brian Burke: “We believe we’ll be able to work something out contractually with” Grabovski … He won’t be traded. Burke added he won’t acquire a goalie today. Lance Hornby via twitter: At his point, Burke isn’t expecting a deal … 2 hrs, 45 min to go.
Kevin McGran via twitter: Burke said there is interest in Clarke MacArthur but they are happy to have him.
Darren Dreger via twitter: Predators saying Anders Lindback is not in play.
Pierre LeBrun via twitter: 10 teams have inquired about Steve Ott. Canucks on the list but won’t overpay.
Pierre LeBrun via twitter: Islanders shopping Al Montoya.
Bob McKenzie via twitter: The Jets claim Grant Clitsome off waivers. The Canadiens claim Brad Staubitz.
Bob McKenzie vai twitter: Clearing waivers: Rolston (NYI), Boulton (NJD), Ryan Russell (CBJ), Kolanos (CGY)
Tony Ambrogio via twitter: Brian Burke “turned down flat” a trade offer for James Reimer. Burke on adding a top 6 forward: I don’t think so. I don’t sense we are going to be able to do what we wanted.”
Paul Hendrick via twitter: Burke says all is quiet, and doesn’t expect to get Grabovski re-signed today.
Bruce Garrioch via twitter: Sharks adjusted their Rick Nash offer this morning, Logan Couture a non-starter.
Andy Strickland via twitter: Sources saying that PA Parenteau is probably looking for a 4 year deal. Bruce Garrioch via twitter: Islanders were asking for a 1st round pick last night for Parenteau.
Pierre LeBrun via twitter: The Predators may not be done trading, still looking if the price is right.
Tim Panaccio via twitter: Panaccio was told Antti Niemi wasn’t offered to the Flyers.
Darren Dreger via twitter: Winnipeg is considering the interest in Johnny Oduya. Boston is interested. Bruins also like David Jones.
Katie Carrera via twitter: Tomas Vokoun hasn’t been asked to waive his no trade clause. He left practice. Chuck Gormley via twitter: Vokoun left practice because they were working on the power play.
Jimmy Murphy via twitter: With regards to Ryan Malone to Boston rumors, Bruins would need to move a roster player back, no 2nd or 4th round picks.
Nick Cotsonika via twitter: One report is saying the Red Wings won’t acquire Paul Gaustad, another says they are heating up.
David Pagnotta via twitter: Leafs are getting close on a deal, nothing final yet (posted about 11 am)
Dan Tencer via twitter: Tencer doesn’t see Khabibulin moving. Cam Barker and Ryan Jones are available.
Arthur Staple via twitter: Islanders getting calls on PA Parenteau, Milan Jurcina and Mark Eaton. Expect one or both Dmen to move.
Bob McKenzie via twitter: No movement clause may be sticking point on Islanders-Nabokov negotiations.
Pierre LeBrun via twitter: Contract talks between Ryan Smyth and Edmonton Oilers are expected to resume today.
Darren Dreger via twitter: Maple Leafs have a couple firm offers on a number of players. They are getting interest in their 2nd line but nothing is imminent.
Ansar Khan of MLive: The Wings are looking to add a decent-sized forward. GM Ken Holland has had some talks but wasn’t close t a deal as of yesterday afternoon. Holland is not looking for a depth defenseman.
“I’ve talked to a few managers today, but nothing’s really cooking,” Holland said. “There’s not a lot of players (available). Maybe things change in the next 18 or 24 hours. We’ll see. So many teams are in the playoff hunt.”
Sabres Paul Gaustad and Canadiens Travis Moen could be options. Other players available are Sammy Pahlsson, Steve Ott, Mike Knuble, Mikael Samuelsson, David Jones, Daniel Winnik and T.J. Galiardi.
Craig Custance of ESPN: Admits deals are long-shots, but lists 10 trades he’d like to see: 1. Ryan Getzlaf for Matt Frattin, Luke Schenn and a 1st round pick. 2. Roberto Luongo for Jacob Markstrom and a 1st round pick 3. James van Riemsdyk for Steve Ott and a 1st round pick. 4. Patrick Kane for Derek Roy and Andrej Sekera 5. Ryan Malone for Paul Martin 6. Rick Nash for Tyler Seguin and a 1st round pick 7. Alexander Semin for Ryan Ellis 8. Jonathan Bernier for Clark MacArthur and Joe Colborne 9. Lubomir Visnovsky for Andrew MacDonald and a 2nd round pick 10. Dustin Byfuglien for Erik Gudbranson and 1st round pick.
Bruce Garrioch via twitter: One league executive thinks there could be 20-25 trades. Sharks are still in on Nash.
Pierre LeBrun via twitter: One veteran executive predicts a couple “goofy” trades. A strange year, many teams still in it.
Bruce Garrioch via twitter: Watch the Predators today, hungry to make a deal. They’ve called the Blue Jackets about Nash.
Darren Dreger via twitter: No change on the Evgeni Nabokov – Islanders front this morning. They want to re-sign him. Pierre LeBrun via twitter: Contract talks between Nabokov and Isles this morning.
Darren Dreger via twitter: The Maple Leafs could trade a bunch of players for high picks. Leafs do need players, so the picks could be parlayed.
Bruce Garrioch via twitter: Belief is that Canucks could overpay the most for Steve Ott. The Avalanche are still in the mix.
Anthony Petrielli via twitter: According to Brad May, the Sabres are wanting a 1st rounder for Paul Gaustad.