The absolute latest on Daniel and Henrik Sedin
Crash the Crease —
... brothers are with their agents JP Barry and Claes Elefalk in Stockholm, Sweden discussing the Vancouver Canucks’ offer to extend the twins contracts.
The two sides, Sedins included, met with Gillis for two hours. Gillis presented his team’s offers before flying back to Vancouver.
Barry, Elefalk and the Sedins are now analyzing and considering the offer, but won’t comment on either the term or money Vancouver has offered.
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Blake stays with Sharks; Montreal in play for Sedins
Puck Daddy —
... if the twins don't re-sign in Vancouver. Obviously, the Habs have the cap space. They also have something that may be just as important in signing Henrik and Daniel Sedin: The willingness to remake their roster around the two standouts, casting aside several UFAs in an attempt to get younger and better. That said: The Vancouver Canucks are relentlessly perusing the Sedins, and TSN's Darren Dreger reports that they are mulling an offer to remain with the team.
Sedin’s Thinking About Canucks Offer
KK Hockey —
... Tuesday as Canucks general manager Mike Gillis has left the twins’ home country of Sweden after speaking to the twins in person.
Sources tell TSN that the brothers are with their agents JP Barry and Claes Elefalk in Stockholm, Sweden discussing the team’s offer to extend the twins’ contracts.
The two sides, Sedins included, met with Gillis for two hours. Gillis presented his team’s offer before flying back to Vancouver.
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Clock ticks toward free-agency kickoff
Habs Inside/Out —
Noon ET on Canada Day and all heck will break loose on the free-agent front. Will it in Montreal? The Gazette's Red Fisher doesn't expect any big UFA signings by Canadiens GM Bob Gainey, while Pat Hickey says Gainey has his sights set on the Sedin twins. TSN reports this morning that the Sedins are now with their agent, considering the offer delivered in person to Sweden by Canucks GM Mike Gillis. By tomorrow noon, will Gainey sign any of his 10 roster players who can be UFAs at that hour? We'll keep you posted. In the meantime, here's how the Globe's Eric Duhatschek ranks the top ...
Tuesday Links (6/30)- Because There Is No Off-Season In Hockey
Speaking of the Devils —
... - Also from TSN.ca: Vancouver Canucks GM Mike Gillis has left the twins’ home country of Sweden after speaking to them in person. Sources tell TSN that the brothers are with their agents JP Barry and Claes Elefalk in Stockholm discussing the team’s offer to extend the twins’ contracts. ...
Afternoon Delight: ABC, 123, baby, you and me girl!
IllegalCurve.com —
... The fate of Daniel and Henrik Sedin in Vancouver took another turn on Tuesday as Canucks general manager Mike Gillis has left the twins’ home country of Sweden after speaking to them in person. ...
Stargazing: 2009 NHL Free Agency
Defending Big D —
Stargazing is a daily assortment of Dallas Stars news, as well as a look at what's happening around the Pacific division and the rest of the NHL.
We have arrived once again at July 1st, and the unrestricted free agent market is open. While the Stars are not expected to be an especially active party today, ...
Wednesday Links
St. Louis Game Time —
Before we begin, let's all wish a Happy Birthday to Poor College Student. Happy birthday, internet friend. Hope the Blues get you a nice gift.
Also, Happy Canada Day.
Blues news
The Blues are looking ahead while looking at the present. [STLtoday.com]
SYAK: The Blues deemed six players as qualified. Or something. [Blues]
SYAK: Oshie, Backes and E. Johnson are hanging with team USA. U-S-A! U-S-A! [Blues]
Serious question: how have I now heard of Dave Rook. Well, he's gone now. The former goaltending consultant is moving on to join the ...
