Howard Berger: According to a source the Toronto Maple Leafs and St. Louis Blues are talking. “Could it involve Alex Pietrangelo‘s negotiating rights? Perhaps William Nylander? Frederik Andersen? Stay tuned.”
Wild not commenting on Koivu’s future
Dane Mizutani: Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin said that the acquisition of Nick Bjugstad has no bearing on Mikko Koivu‘s future with the team. Guerin wouldn’t comment on Koivu.
Some pending UFAs that might interest the Los Angeles Kings
Lisa Dillman of The Athletic: With the number of young forwards looking to make the jump, the Los Angeles Kings could take a pass on the free agent market this offseason.