NHL Rumors: Hutton, Nash, Cole, Johnson and Letestu

Carter HuttonPierre LeBrun: At least eight teams contacted pending UFA goaltender Carter Hutton yesterday. He had a .931 save percentage in 32 games last season. The list will need to be shortened over the next couple days and talks expanded.

Craig Custance: The Detroit Red Wings, Boston Bruins, Carolina Hurricanes, and St. Louis Blues are interested in Hutton. The Blues would have to go more than two years, but they may not be willing to do so.

Andy Strickland: (as of mid-afternoon yesterday) Close to 10 teams had been in contact with Hutton’s camp. He could be looking for a three-year deal.

Tom Gulitti: If the New York Islanders were to go the free agent route for goaltending help, wonders…