DeBrusk rescinds request to be traded by Bruins

Jake DeBrusk rescinded his request to be traded by the Boston Bruins, general manager Don Sweeney said Wednesday. Sweeney said in November that the forward had asked to be traded. “I’m not overly surprised that this eventually came out,” Sweeney … Continue reading

Cogliano signs one-year contract with Avalanche

Andrew Cogliano signed a one-year contract with the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday. Financial terms were not released. The 35-year-old forward had 16 points (four goals, 12 assists) in 74 regular-season games for the Avalanche and San Jose Sharks this season, … Continue reading

Grier hired by Sharks, first Black general manager in NHL history

Mike Grier became the first Black general manager in NHL history when he was hired by the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday. The 47-year-old replaces Doug Wilson, who stepped down April 7 after 19 seasons to focus on his health. … Continue reading

DeSmith agrees to two-year, $3.6 million contract with Penguins

Casey DeSmith agreed to a two-year, $3.6 million contact with the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday. It has an average annual value of $1.8 million. The 30-year-old goalie could have been an unrestricted free agent July 13. He was 11-6-5 with … Continue reading

Wickenheiser promoted by Maple Leafs to assistant general manager

Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser was promoted to assistant general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday. The four-time Olympic women’s hockey gold medalist (2002, 2006, 2010, 2014) will work under GM Kyle Dubas. She’s joined the Maple Leafs as assistant … Continue reading