Capitals at Senators
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On the Move
Blue Jackets trade veteran F Vermette to Coyotes
The Columbus Blue Jackets have traded veteran forward Antoine Vermette to the Phoenix Coyotes for a second round pick in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft (via Ottawa), a fifth round selection in the 2013 Draft and minor-league goaltender Curtis McElhinney. Full Story.(Photo: Harry How/Getty Images)
Eyes on Alex
After missing practice yesterday, star forward Alex Ovechkin is a game-time decision for Washington tonight when the Capitals visit the Ottawa Senators at Scotiabank Place. You can see the game on TSN, TSN.ca, and TSN Mobile TV beginning at 7pm et/4pm pt. Also, don't miss your chance to join the Game Night Blog and chat with your fellow hockey fans during the game. Full Story.
Market Watch
With Monday's NHL Trade Deadline looming, teams are making decisions on whether to buy or sell and deciding which players can make the biggest difference or hold the greatest value. Check out today's trade rumours and speculation from around the NHL beat, and follow TSN.ca each day until Deadline Day for all the updates. Full Story.
The Latest NHL Updates
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Darren Dreger
The San Jose Sharks are emerging as a strong contender for Rick Nash. Sources say Columbus initially targeted Logan Couture, but was quickly told that was a non-starter. But, make no mistake, San Jose will stay in the mix until the deadline. More...
Kerry Fraser
C'Mon, Ref! - With Manny Malhotra's disallowed goal in Sunday's game between the Vancouver Canucks and Edmonton Oilers, former NHL referee Kerry Fraser answers some questions on the ol' 'distinct kicking motion.' More...
Bob McKenzie
The 2012 NHL trade deadline just got a whole lot more interesting. Last week, in no uncertain terms, NHL teams were told Columbus Blue Jacket franchise player Rick Nash was not available and this week, he is. For the right team, anyway. More...
Jay Onrait
TradeCentre Blog: Jay's annual live blog from his cozy couch at home will be ready to go on Monday, Feb. 27 beginning at 8am et/5am pt. Register for an invitation now and join Jay's online Trade Deadline party. More...
Scott Cullen
NHL: Breaking down Downie and Quincey deals. More...
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NHL Power Rankings
POWER RANKINGS (Updated February 21)
- 1. Vancouver: 13 games without a regulation loss.
- 2. N.Y. Rangers: Callahan with six goals in the last six games.
- 3. St. Louis: Have yet to lose when scoring at least three goals.
- Complete Rankings
NHL Player Rankings
[C] Evgeni Malkin, Pittsburgh (90.26)
[LW] Patrick Sharp, Chicago (83.64)
[RW] Marian Hossa, Chicago (81.63)
[D] Erik Karlsson, Ottawa (86.44)
[G] Brian Elliott, St. Louis (94.65)
[Rookie] Adam Henrique, C, New Jersey (75.73)
[UFA] Zach Parise, LW, New Jersey (78.95)
Top 200 - updated February 21
Calendar
- Feb. 27:
NHL Trading Deadline, 3pm et/Noon pt
- Apr. 7:
Last day of regular season
- May 4-20:
2012 World Hockey Championship in Sweden/Finland
- May 28-June 12:
2012 NHL Combine
- June 15:
Last possible date of Stanley Cup Final
- June 20:
2012 NHL Awards Night
- June 22-23:
2012 NHL Entry Draft in Pittsburgh
- July 1:
Free Agency period begins
- Sept. 15:
NHL/NHLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement expires
