Penguins -star Sidney Crosby focuses on the trade rumors that swarm around him, the Devils’ Jack Hughes Would like to play together with Brother Quinn, and the newest about Flames Defenseman Rasmus Andersson In today’s NHL rumor mill.
Crosby focuses on trade rumors
Triblive.com: Sidney Crosby is aware of the trade rumors that swallow around him, now that he and the Pittsburgh Penguins I missed the play -offs in the last three years.
‘I understand, “Crosby told reporters during the NHL Player Media Tour in Las Vegas on Tuesday. “That is the difficult part about losing. Everyone thinks losing is the buzzer (out), you lose a game and that is crazy, but there is so much more than that. It is the turnover. It is the unknown, the uncertainty, the question marks. That is the stuff that is difficult.”
Pittsburgh Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby (NHL Images).
Crosby starts a two -year contract with a full clause without movement. Rumors have linked the 38-year-old center to the Colorado Avalanche (where good friend Nathan Mackinnon plays) and his youth team, the Montreal Canadiens.
‘I get it, believe me, “said Crosby, reminding that he was in his NHL career in Montreal in June in June and wondered how the broadcasts already projected the training camp on line -ups for September.
‘They are so so, and I understand why that would come up and things like that. It doesn’t make it easier if you’re sure to hear those things, but at the same time, to know that a team like that you want, this is not the end of the world. It can be worse. I just think that is a part of it. “
Athletics: Pierre Lebrun asked Crosby’s agent, Pat Brisson, if he thought it was possible that his client could be traded before his contract ends in 2027.
‘I mean, I answer something that … let’s put it that way, it’s always a possibility, you know? “Said Brisson.” It is three years since they did not make the play -offs. It all depends on how Sid will be and how the team is doing. I maintain the same position that I believe he should play play -off hockey every year. In my opinion. “
Lebrun writes that Crosby only sees himself as a penguin for life. However, he wondered if that could change with another losing season.
Note from the Spector: some experts are stump for Crosby to accept an exchange to Colorado, Montreal, or another important hockey market where he gets the chance to chase the Stanley Cup again, “for the well -being of the game”, as some have intonated.
For another year of losing, Crosby’s thoughts can change. However, the decision is based on him. His camp will not put him under pressure and the penguins will not push him if he wants to end his career in Pittsburgh.
Sidney Crosby Will do what he thinks is the best for himself. He will not do it because of what others want him to do. Whatever he decides when time comes, we must respect that decision.
Jack Hughes hopes to play alongside brother Quinn
The province: Patrick Johnston quoted that an interview Jack Hughes Had with the Pierre Lebrun of the Athletic, in which the center of Devils admitted that he would like to play next day next to his brother Quinn.
Quinn Hughes Is the captain of the Vancouver Canucks. The 25-year-old defender was signed until 2026-27. Speculation about his future in Vancouver came into existence earlier this year after Canucks President Jim Rutherford said that Quinn would play with his brothers, Jack and Luke one day one day.
‘To be honest, I’m not afraid to say it, “Jack said.” Yes, I would like Quinn to go – I would ultimately like to play with him. And whether that is in New Jersey or on how time it takes, at some point, I want to play with Quinn. But yes, that is the question that goes around. They talk about it all day in Vancouver, you know? But yes, at some point I would like to play with Quinn. ‘
Johnston assumed that Rutherford and Canuck’s general manager Patrik Allvin would like to acquire a day of Jack and Luke and reunite the Hughes’ in Vancouver. However, that would be incredibly difficult to take off, making Quinn’s departure to New Jersey look the most likely route.
According to Johnston, some can claim that if the Canucks have no clearer picture of Quinn’s future before the end of this season, they should consider exchanging him earlier if he has more value with a year left on his contract.
New Jersey Hockey Now: James Nichols noted that the Devils still have to sign younger brother Luke for a new contract. “Perhaps the duration of that contract will indicate whether the Hughes brothers are planning to play together in New Jersey or elsewhere.”
Note of the Spector: the efforts of the Canucks to recover from the disappointing performance last season can play an important role in determining the future of Quinn in Vancouver. In the meantime, Luke is said to be looking for a five -year contract and brings him until 2030, when Jack’s current contract ends.
The last about Rasmus Andersson
Calgary Sun: Daniel Austin reports Rasmus Andersson Is eager to start the flames this season, even though it is in the last season of his contract.
The 28-year-old defender is eligible for UFA eligible in July, making him the subject of trade speculation this summer.
Andersson denied a rumor that claimed that he would only accept an exchange from the Vegas Golden Knights. “The thing you are bothering is fake information that comes out,” he said. “I saw some reports that I only sign with one team and this and that and the furthest of the truth.”
The Blueliner also rejected the idea that his contract status would be a distraction for the team.
Austin believes that the most likely scenario is that Andersson will be traded at a certain moment this season. However, GM Craig Conroy does not close the door with a contract extension.
Note from the Spector: a good season for Anderson and the Flames can be a step towards a new deal. However, he could search more in dollars and years than they are willing to invest.
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