Monday July 13, 2009
Your one-stop shop for any and all transactions during the 2009 free agency period. Find out who players are signing with, how long their contracts are, and what they will be making.
Updated: 07/13/09 – 5:39 PM – Updated signings, updated previous numbers
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Wednesday July 1, 2009
Taking a look around the league, by position, at some of the best available players at noon on July 1st.
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Tuesday June 30, 2009
June 30th saw an influx of moves with maybe more to follow, read on to catch up on a synopsis of the day’s big and not-so-big news.
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Monday June 29, 2009
A look at the free agents that were not offered qualfying offers. A list of who was waived with the intent to buyout their contract and a few notable re-signings for the day.
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Saturday June 27, 2009
It’s D-Day. Follow along live at all the rumors, all the trades, all the draft picks and analysis right here at Faceoff-Factor. Check out the three round mock draft that was created by Jesse, Alex and myself.
Day two is underway.
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Monday June 8, 2009
A look at the NHL Draft Scouting Combine.
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Monday May 25, 2009
How did the 2009 draft eligible players affect their stock after the Memorial Cup’s completion.
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Tuesday May 19, 2009
The Memorial Cup is underway and while the action is intense, but how will the players’ performances affect their draft status in 2009? I look back at past Memorial Cups and how they correlate to draft position.
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Monday May 4, 2009
The New York Islanders are having their issues on the ice and off, but could an ambitious new project save them?
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Monday April 27, 2009
The NHL playoffs are in full swing, but the world’s eyes may be set on another tournament.
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Monday April 20, 2009
A quick breakdown and evaluation of the eight first-round playoff series.
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Tuesday April 14, 2009
With the season over, I’ll take a look at some of the surprises over the course of the year – teams and players alike.
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Tuesday April 7, 2009
An update on the WHL playoffs first round.
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Wednesday April 1, 2009
The OHL is through the first round as well, here’s a look at the all the series.
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Tuesday March 31, 2009
A look at the QMJHL playoffs in a series that looks in at playoffs from around the world.
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Monday March 23, 2009
It’s not about numbers for Martin Brodeur, it’s just about skill. He’s got it and, really, most others just don’t.
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Monday March 9, 2009
A complete evaluation of every trade deadline trade. Winners, losers and some info on the assets exchanged.
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Wednesday March 4, 2009
Coverage has begun. Enter the thread and periodically hit refresh to get updates throughout the day.
But don’t forget to check the front page of FF, as we’ll be updating regularly with rumors and analysis of transactions.
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Tuesday March 3, 2009
Everything you need to know about the trade deadline, including players that were waived today and what to expect from the Eastern Conference.
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Tuesday March 3, 2009
Everything you need to know heading into the trade deadline – Western Conference edition.
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Tuesday February 17, 2009
It’s getting to that time of the year, let’s talk trades and the trade deadline.
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Monday February 9, 2009
The main portion of this week’s piece explains the Jussi Jokinen trade, plus some sidebar.
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Monday February 2, 2009
A touch of news from around the league and a story about a team on a two game winning streak – after releasing all of their players.
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Monday January 26, 2009
I make my not-so-triumphant return to Faceoff Factor for some and my unheralded debut for others. Either way, I’m talking about the All Star Weekend in a tentatively titled new column.
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Friday September 12, 2008
The Canadiens and Blackhawks make a fairly significant splash. While the Devils and Coyotes swap youngsters.
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Friday September 12, 2008
Now that the roster has been reviewed, part two of the preseason package will examine the competitions for positions on the NHL roster.
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Tuesday August 19, 2008
Bryan McCabe appears to have finally been traded. The latest on Mats Sundin, Marian Gaborik and Brendan Shanahan. Where Ladislav Nagy is playing this season and much more.
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Thursday August 14, 2008
The latest NHL signings and moves, along with training camp invites and players coming to and from Europe.
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Tuesday August 5, 2008
A look at the “new” teams forged after free agency. Includes who was gained, lost, what is still on the agenda, what rumors are associated with the team, approximate remaining cap space, current lineup and a short evaluation.
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Friday August 1, 2008
As July concludes, with it, go some bigger signings and, already, the conclusion of the arbitration period. A period that usually brings out some anxiousness as we patiently wait the 48 hours for a decision to be rendered — but they’re already done. I’ll take a look at the last week around the league and what might be in store during the month of August.
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Wednesday July 30, 2008
A look at the “new” teams forged after free agency. Includes who was gained, lost, what is still on the agenda, what rumors are associated with the team, approximate remaining cap space, current lineup and a short evaluation.
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Friday July 25, 2008
A revamped AHL franchise, that is affiliated with the Anaheim Ducks, has a new logo of a rather ornery looking boar with its mouth wide open ready to fight and/or bite. Similarly, Chops President Steve Nitzel is ready to make a similar effort in the public spotlight.
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Thursday July 24, 2008
A look at the “new” teams forged after free agency. Includes who was gained, lost, what is still on the agenda, what rumors are associated with the team, approximate remaining cap space, current lineup and a short evaluation.
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Monday July 21, 2008
The Pittsburgh Penguins have officially announced the re-signing of unrestricted free agent center Jeff Taffe and restricted free agent winger Jonathan Filewich.
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Sunday July 20, 2008
A look at the “new” teams forged after free agency. Includes who was gained, lost, what is still on the agenda, what rumors are associated with the team, approximate remaining cap space, current lineup and a short evaluation.
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Friday July 18, 2008
Believe it or not, it’s true. The Buffalo Sabres, who have become synonymous with foot-plodding mismanagement in regards to expiring contracts, have actually kept a core player around for the long haul.
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Wednesday July 16, 2008
A look at the “new” teams forged after free agency. Includes who was gained, lost, what is still on the agenda, what rumors are associated with the team, approximate remaining cap space, current lineup and a short evaluation.
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Sunday July 13, 2008
A look at the “new” teams forged after free agency. Includes who was gained, lost, what is still on the agenda, what rumors are associated with the team, approximate remaining cap space, current lineup and a short evaluation.
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Saturday July 12, 2008
As previously reported, Tampa Bay Lightning superstar center Vincent Lecavalier was inked to a nine-year, $77 million extension a few weeks ago. Apparently, that deal never came to fruition despite it seeming to be a, proverbial, done deal. There’s a new deal on the table that’s even larger…
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Friday July 11, 2008
Most recent transactions:
Updated (7/26 – 3:39 pm)
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