Rumors comprise the bulk of today’s Bruins news.
- Kevin Shattenkirk’s name just keeps coming up as a trade target for Don Sweeney, and this may also dovetail into the Blues’ interest in Loui Eriksson. Hockeybuzz Would it surprise you that the Oilers have also expressed interest in the Blues player? Today’s Slapshot
- In other moves involving defensemen the Bruins might have targeted, Keith Yandle and Alex Goligoski both had their rights traded, and not to the Bruins. WEEI There is still buzz that Yandle remains interested in Boston. New York Post
- The Predators have traded the negotiating rights to Jimmy Vesey to the Sabres. There are reasons why Buffalo may be an attractive destination for him. But don’t panic, this does not mean he can’t still sign with the Bruins. Boston Herald In fact, his agent specified that Vesey is prepared to enter free agency. Today’s Slap Shot
- The Bruins may be left to the NHL Draft help to bolster the blueline- at least it appears to be a strong year for defensive prospects. Here are seven notable examples, including Boston University’s Charlie McAvoy. Boston Herald
- Got time for another podcast? D.J. Bean sits with Kirk Luedeke to discuss the upcoming NHL Draft on Pod Man Rush. (Audio, 40:56) WEEI
Elsewhere around the rink:
- The NHL Awards ceremony in Las Vegas will be tomorrow. But first, Sean McIndoe is here to prepare you for the frenzy that surrounds the NHL Draft in Buffalo. Sportsnet
- "Who are you wearing?" Ben Bishop explains that European NHLers have been instrumental in the North American players stepping up their sartorial game for the NHL Awards ceremony. Expect show-stoppers from P.K. Subban and Brent Burns. NHL
- Which undersized-but-plucky-former-Bruin center seems ready to return from his self-imposed KHL exile? Sportsnet
- The Maple Leafs believe they have found their new netminder, acquiring Frederik Andersen from the Ducks. Toronto Sun And yet the Leafs have a bit of a mixed history with trading goaltenders. Remember Vesa Toskala? Sportsnet
- Former Bruin Michael Hutchinson will stay in Winnipeg. TSN
- Now you can know the rest of the story behind Ron MacLean being returned to Hockey Night in Canada. Despite the Bettman’s protestations, can’t you just see his fingerprints all over this move? The Globe and Mail
- This is not good news for Don Cherry, as he will have to hire a new personal care worker to remind him to take his medications. NO, REALLY! The Beaverton
- Who are those men in the white gloves always seen lurking in the background anywhere the Stanley Cup goes? The NHL would like to know, too. NO, REALLY! The Onion