It\u2019s another edition of our NHL rumours and things are heating up as near the end of the season. Teams are trying to figure out their off-season targets and how to fit under the cap. There could be some big names on the move this off-season.<\/p>\n
Today we look at rumours surrounding the New York Rangers,<\/a> Pittsburgh Penguins<\/a> and Buffalo Sabres<\/a>. All NHL rumours are taken from the original source and subject to change.<\/p>\n Rumour: ESPN\u2019s Greg Wyshinski and Chris Peters both speculated<\/a> that Erik Karlsson<\/a> <\/strong>could head to Manhattan in the off-season. The former Norrish Trophy winner does like the Bay Area and the San Jose Sharks<\/a>, but he could be convinced by fellow countryman Henrik Lundqvist<\/a> <\/strong>to come back East.<\/em><\/p>\n Analysis: The main issue has been the Swede\u2019s health all season. He\u2019s still a dynamic playmaker, but he may not be the solution for the Rangers struggling defence.<\/p>\n He\u2019ll also probably want a deal rivaling that of Drew Doughty<\/a>,<\/strong> who got eight years and $88 million. The recent health issues and the amount of money could make any team hesitate on such a long commitment.<\/p>\n The Rangers have shown great financial restraint the last couple of seasons. They have cleared out plenty of space and can make a run at some of the other big-ticket free agents.<\/p>\n Rumour: Speaking of Karlsson’s teammate, Joe Thornton<\/a><\/strong> is still uncertain on if he’ll be back next season. He’s said to the media that he has to talk to general manager Doug Wilson<\/a> and owner Hasso Plattner. Thronton added that he plans on being a Shark if he does return.<\/em><\/p>\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/KKurzNHL\/status\/1131657394289688581<\/p>\n Analysis: Thornton’s quest for that elusive first Stanley Cup proved to be a big storyline for most of the post-season. There were times he looked like his old self, but he’ll turn 40 on July 2.<\/p>\n He took a discount to stay with the team for their playoff push, but the St. Louis Blues<\/a> beat the Sharks in six games<\/a>. Thornton wants that Cup and he may make one last run, but he’ll need to likely take the same discount to stay.<\/p>\n Rumour: Josh Yohe of The Athletic Pittsburgh said that the Pens and the Minnesota Wild<\/a> are in talks to trade Phil Kessel<\/a>.<\/strong> Michael Russo of The Athletic also added that Jason Zucker<\/a> <\/strong>and Victor Rask<\/a><\/strong> could be going to Pittsburgh in exchange for Kessel and Jack Johnson<\/a><\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n Penguins, #mnwild<\/a> in trade talks surrounding Phil Kessel. @JoshYohe_PGH<\/a> has confirmed what I reported Tuesday about potential Jason Zucker-Victor Rask for Kessel-Jack Johnson swap. Lots of details in this story + other possible landing spots for Zuckerhttps:\/\/t.co\/TOM2dZhbQk<\/a><\/p>\n — Michael Russo (@RussoHockey) May 23, 2019<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\nNHL Rumours<\/h1>\n
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