Michael Ryan lands in Russia

Former Buffalo Sabre Michael Ryan signed a contract in Russia with the Minsk Dynamo. Ryan, 28, played 46 games with the Sabres in 2007-08, recording 8 points. The Boston native, was drafted 32 overall by the Dallas Stars in 1999.

The terms of the deal are still unknown.

gone for night

ok guys im gone for tonight be back tomorrow hopefully some juicy rumors.

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HAVE A GREAT NIGHT,
scotty

"BLOG FOR HOCKEYBUMS" CONTEST

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Tampa has interest in McCabe

Even though it was stated that they didn't have interest it now seems they do. According to Eric Endersson I don't know if thats the correct way to spell his name as this is the 1st time I have ever talked to him believes that the Lightning have a package as previously mentioned on HB's (Hockeybums) for McCabe in place should McCabe pick them as a prefered destination when he hands the list of teams to Fletcher at the end of the month. It is rumored teams like the Rangers and Islanders will definitely be on the list with maybe San Jose and LA being there as well.


Sources Take: Like I've said before Florida and Tampa have the best offers on the table for the Leafs with Jokinnen from Tampa and as rumored Bouwmeester from Florida. Today though there is a rumor that he could choose Philadelphia in a package that could see someone like Upshall or Hartnell come to T.O. I can't wait to see that list of teams at the end of the month. Despite what people say McCabe does have some value and could get a substantial return from the right team looking for a PK specialist (I.E. Philadelphia)

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Juicy Blues Rumour, Oh And Intro!

Hello good chaps! I'm Ade, a St. Louis rumour guy. Like I'll hunt down rumours till' 4 in the morning at times just for other fans. So I've got a heart and that's all you need! I'll also have very good email conversations with J.R. (Blues Beat Writer) quite a bit and I'll always keep you informed on what I learn from those chats! So I'm definitely a Blues super fan and if anyone says differently I'll whack em'!

Now I have to tell you about a deal that I have learned about from a credible source. The deal would send Afinogenov and a late draft pick or prospect to St. Louis for Lee Stempniak, Marek Schwarz & a 4th round pick to Buffalo. This deal is something that they're highly consdering but with St. Louis wanting a prospect or late draft pick along with Maxim the deal may end up going down around Trade Deadline Day.

So that's all I can you for now but please, if you have any questions about the Blues. If it's rumours, prospects or anything else Blues related, email me at bluesrumourdude@live.com as I'd rather answerr questions their insteads of the comments section.

Thanks, Ade.

NEW NAME ENTERED IN WEBSITE CONTEST

THERE A NEW NAME ENTERED IN THE HOCKEY NAME CONTEST.

THE OTHER SITES TO GET .com WOULD HAVE TO BE THEHOCKEYINSIDERS.COM or THEHOCKEYBUMS.COM

BUT HERE IT IS: CONSTANTHOCKEY.COM

you like?

SCotty

My Intro Blog!

Hey Guys! I'm AC, a big and smooth guy with a huge passion for the AJHL. I live in a city called Langford for the school year and then I'll usually make a trip to Alberta in the summer. I also have a heart of gold but when watching hockey I can be known as the "Crazy Man". So that's pretty much all the personal stuff you really need to know about me so I'll continue onto the "good" stuff!

I'm a huge fan of the Okotoks Oilers of the AJHL. The Oil' are a very exciting team in my opinion and even though they haven't won anything yet, I think they're one of the best teams in this league. Like they've got a balance of big & small players, a great coaching staff & front office and a fantastic fanbase. What else could you want, they've also made the playoffs in all three seasons thay played! So those reasons alone should get you following the Oilers!

But their is another reason and that is the AJHL! Here is just a quick snap - shot of what I think of the league: "The AJHL is about helping players show their talent and developing players skills sets to get into the big leagues. So I think what the league stands for is respect, patience and knowledge as the coaches have amazing patience, the players all respect each - other and I think what you get out of the league is knowledge. Also. the level of hockey is Junior A and I really believe that it's the best one around".

So yeah that's the reason I follow the Okotoks Oilers, and I really hope all of you liked me blog as I'll definitely be back for more!

McCabe lowers stance willing to talk trade!

This only puts more gasoline on the fire according to the Toronto Sun and Cliff Fletcher Bryan McCabe is willing to be traded. This comes during speculation of a Jay Bouwmeester deal to the Leafs.

"Bryan is starting to think about possibly getting his career started somewhere else," said Fletcher. "We'll leave him alone. He's going to get back to us in a couple of weeks. There's not going to be any issues. I'm really confidant it's going to be resolved amicably before training camp."

Which is good for Leaf fans who many didn't want another Larry Murphy fiasco.
Expect the rumors to fly out of Toronto now as training camp gets closer.

The days of McCabe are over.

The Source

NEW SITE COMING/Poll Results/NEED YOUR HELP

Hockeybums is in the process of a new website being built. Our poll still has days left but the website builder needs information today. Ive decided it has come down to hockeybums and hockeyinsiders ill take the name by a new poll first 25 votes in the comment section of this blog write WHY YOU PICKED EITHER NAME.

PUCKOFF will be used as a weekly rant blog. Im thinking maybe some visitors can write some a we can put them on a a FANS PSEAK OUT kind of thing.

Let me know what you think,

Scotty

G R E T Z K Y

20 years ago the biggest trade in sports history took place. On August 9th 1988 Wayne Gretzky became the greatest King in team history.