The Devils announced that they have recalled right-shot defenseman Nick DeSimone from AHL Utica. He fills one of two open spots on their active roster, so no corresponding move is necessary. DeSimone returns to the New Jersey roster after spending a good chunk of the last two months as an extra defender, frequently sitting in the press box but not seeing any playing time. He … [Read more...] about Devils Recall Nick DeSimone
Islanders’ Brock Nelson Unlikely To Sign Extension
Brock Nelson’s 12-year tenure on Long Island will likely end by the time next summer rolls around. Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic writes Thursday that he believes Nelson “intends to test free agency on July 1,” upping the likelihood of the Islanders dealing the pending unrestricted free agent by the trade deadline if they don’t put themselves back in playoff position by … [Read more...] about Islanders’ Brock Nelson Unlikely To Sign Extension
International & Minor Transaction Notes: Chartier, Gosselin, Johnson
Rourke Chartier has been traded for the first time in his professional career albeit in the Kontinental Hockey League. Derek O’Brien of The Hockey News wrote earlier that the KHL’s Kunlun Red Star had traded Chartier to CSKA Moskva for cash considerations. The centerman played admirably with the Red Star, scoring eight goals and 17 points in 37 games, but Kunlun has fallen in … [Read more...] about International & Minor Transaction Notes: Chartier, Gosselin, Johnson
Rangers’ Matt Rempe Suspended Eight Games
Rangers winger Matt Rempe has been assessed an eight-game suspension by the league’s Department of Player Safety for a boarding/elbowing infraction against Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen, the league announced. Rempe laid the hit on Heiskanen (explained further here) in the third period of Friday’s 3-1 win. He was ejected on the play, the fourth time he’s faced such discipline … [Read more...] about Rangers’ Matt Rempe Suspended Eight Games
Rangers Believed To Be Shopping Jimmy Vesey
While Chris Kreider and the since-traded Jacob Trouba were the headliners among the available for trade memo that went to teams last month, it appears those two Rangers weren’t the only ones on there. Arthur Staple of The Athletic reports (subscription link) that veteran winger Jimmy Vesey is also being shopped around and has been for the last month. Last season, Vesey had a … [Read more...] about Rangers Believed To Be Shopping Jimmy Vesey