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The Daily: Larionov Wants Demidov Back in KHL; NHL Trade Talk
As trade winds begin to blow with greater force in anticipation of the NHL draft, former Detroit Red Wings player Igor Larionov, now coach of Demidov’s former St. Petersburg team, made curious news this week.
Larionov said he would like to see Ivan Demidov back in the KHL.
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“I understand that Demidov is a real gem for the Canadiens,” explained Larionov to RG. “But sometimes you need to take a step back to move three steps forward. I’d really love the chance to work with this kid. I don’t know if it will happen, but I will be asking for him to be loaned back for one year.”
Montreal Hockey Now’s Marc Dumont explains Montreal won’t loan Demidov back to the KHL.
Now we move from the fiction category to current events where NHL teams are all busy making trade inquiries. This summer, there appears to be more players likely to be dealt than usual. Below, we have links to several stories about potential trades.
Nick Kypreos: The Canadiens and Penguins are trying to acquire Vegas defenseman Nic Hague – Toronto Star
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Additions: Latvian Eduards Tralmaks (free agent signed after leading Czech Extraliga in scoring); Prospect forward Jesse Kiiskinen (signed after putting up 44 points in Finland’s top league)
Subtractions: Prospect defenseman Eemil Viro (Signed with Malmo in the Swedish League after seeing writing on the wall); Assistant coach Jay Varady (Joining coach Rick Tocchet’s staff in Philadelphia).
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New Jersey: Looking to take his team to the next level, the Devils are likely kicking the tires on JJ Peterka, Jason Roberton and Martin Necas. New Jersey Devils
Philadelphia: William James looks at whether the Flyers should be among the team trying to trade for Colorado forward Necas. Philadelphia Flyers.
Pittsburgh: Dan Kingerski lays out what the Penguins probably want for 35-goal scorer Rickard Rakell. He speculates it will be a later first-round draft pick, or a good pick and a ready prospect, or a second-round pick and a young NHLer. “We’re looking your way, Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings,” Kingerski writes.
Florida: Panthers coach Paul Maurice, reacting to Pete DeBoer getting fired after reaching the Final Four, said: “He’s going to be OK.” Florida Panthers.
San Jose: Sheng Peng says the buzz at the combine suggests the Sharks will draft Michael Misa at No. 2. San Jose Sharks.
Vegas: Whether the Golden Knights are in the Mitch Marner Sweepstakes or not, they likely will have to trade Nic Hague. The respected defenseman is looking for a significant raise on his next deal. Hannah Kirkell lays out which teams are interested.
Hopefully Yzerman is talking with the Av’s about Necas. He’d be a nice fit in the Wings top 6. They need more dynamic play, more speed, and more size up front. I could see Necas and Kaspar working well together. He’s the right age as well. My guess is Colorado will make a play for Marner, meaning they’ll need to shed some additional salary, not just Necas. They’d likely want very little if any salary coming back, which makes Detroit a good trading partner.