Sharks Trade Rumors

Jeff Friesen still in limbo
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October 8
San Jose Mercury News
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"Meanwhile, another popular player, Jeff Friesen , stands in limbo. General Manager Doug Wilson said the Sharks will wait another few days before deciding whether to offer Friesen a contract. "He's still in competition," Wilson said. "But we won't draw this out indefinitely, because it wouldn't be fair to the player." Friesen, 32, came to camp on a tryout basis, hoping to finish his career where it began in 1994. Now his fate seems partly tied to the health of Marcel Goc, who again didn't skate Tuesday because of a back problem. "I'm still here," Friesen said. "I've worked hard and I feel good about my effort. The rest is out of my hands.""
Jeff Friesen invited to Sharks' camp
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August 28
San Jose Mercury News
 
"Left wing Jeff Friesen - the Sharks' first-round draft pick in 1994 and a popular presence in San Jose for seven seasons - will be invited to training camp as a tryout. Friesen, who has played on four NHL teams since the Sharks traded him to Anaheim in 2001, did not make an NHL roster last season. "He has a very good history here,'' Wilson said, "and we look forward to him coming and being given the opportunity to play.''"
Shanahan offer bunk: agent
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July 15
Vancouver Province
 
"A U.S. report that unrestricted free agent Brendan Shanahan was offered and rejected a one-year, $2-million US offer from the Vancouver Canucks is inaccurate, according to his agent. "I can tell you that I've never been approached or had any discussions with Vancouver regarding Brendan," said Rick Curran, who added that San Jose and Montreal are not in the mix either. "We've only been having discussions with one team and that's the New York Rangers."
Sens rising to defence
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July 5
Ottawa Sun
 
"The Senators appear close to acquiring a defenceman. Two league executives told Sun Media yesterday that Senators GM Bryan Murray could have a trade for a blueliner worked out in the next couple of days. The whisper among NHL executives is Murray was busy working the phones yesterday with offers on the table for Sharks defenceman Kyle McLaren and Ducks blueliner Mathieu Schneider."
Boyle Agrees To Waive No-Trade To Go To San Jose
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July 4
TSN.ca
 
"Sources tell TSN Dan Boyle has signed his no-trade clause and has agreed to a trade to the San Jose Sharks. The paper work is now in the hands of the NHL. Pending NHL approval the next step will be the finalization of the deal. In return for the 31-year old veteran defenseman, it is believed Tampa will receive a package that will include 23-year old defenseman Matt Carle, a first round draft pick, a prospect and a 4th round pick. Sources say defenseman Brad Lukowich is also part of the deal going to San Jose."
Three Teams Remain In The Hunt For Dan Boyle
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July 4
TSN.ca
 
"The Vancouver Canucks are one of three teams in the running for veteran defenseman, Dan Boyle. Sources tell TSN the Canucks, San Jose Sharks and Philadelphia Flyers are the three teams Boyle is considering, however he has yet to waive his no-trade clause to clear the way for a trade. The belief is Boyle will consent to trade at some point today and will select the team of his choice, however until he officially waives his no-trade, there is always a chance the Lightning's efforts to move him may be scuttled."
Sharks Covet Boyle
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July 4
San Jose Mercury News
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"In February, Tampa Bay signed Boyle to a six-year, $40 million contract with a no-trade clause. The franchise's new owners are trying to persuade him to waive it, with the Sharks one of six teams courting the Ottawa native... The past two weeks have brought a flurry of transactions for the Lightning. At this point, Tampa Bay appears to be looking for a younger and less-expensive defenseman than Boyle, making Matt Carle, Marc-Edouard Vlasic or restricted free agent Christian Ehrhoff a potential part of any trade. Some media reports have had the Sharks as the front-runner, but Bazos would not go so far."
Campbell looks like hot commodity
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July 1
Chicago Sun-Times
 
"Blackhawks general manager Dale Tallon isn't mentioning names of players he'd like to acquire when the NHL's free-agent signing period begins Tuesday, but one is obvious. The Hawks sorely need a puck-moving defenseman, and Brian Campbell is available. The 2008-09 salary cap was announced last week at $56.7 million, and Tallon says the Hawks have about $44 million committed. That leaves plenty of money to sign Campbell, who finished last season with the San Jose Sharks. Cap regulations dictate that the most any player can earn next season is $11.34 million. Campbell, who made $1.75 million last season, is expected to sign for about $8 million annually."
Blackhawks seeking agents of change
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July 1
Chicago Tribune
 
"Campbell finished last season with the San Jose Sharks. He's a puck-moving defenseman who would fill the Hawks' need as the quarterback on the power play. He had eight goals and 54 assists splitting time between the Buffalo Sabres and the Sharks. The Hawks are about $13 million under the salary cap of $56.7 million and Campbell is likely looking for a deal worth between $6 million and $8 million per season. The other big name available and expected to get a call from the Hawks is winger Marian Hossa, who turned down an extension from the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Hawks are in the market for a top-six forward, and Hossa would fit in well with coach Denis Savard's up-tempo offensive ..."
Devils, Campbell Talk
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July 1
New York Post
 
"Devil GM Lou Lamoriello has already made an early, sanctioned, start at trying to land a top star in today's opening of unrestricted free agency, where his team shipwrecked last year. The Post has learned that Lamoriello took advantage of permission San Jose granted last week to woo defenseman Brian Campbell, widely regarded as the top prize in today's unrestricted crop. "We did have discussions. I'm not sure if Lou is going to make an offer, but we'd be receptive to listening," agent Larry Kelly said..."
Sens on Campbell's list
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June 30
Ottawa Sun
 
"Brian Campbell will set off some fireworks in Ottawa on Canada Day. Campbell will be in town tomorrow at agent Larry Kelly's Slater St. law office for the onslaught of free agency at 12:01 p.m., and whether he stays in the capital as a member of the Senators remains to be seen, he will be one rich defenceman once he agrees to a contract. The 28-year-old Sharks blueliner and former 67's star will be one of the most sought-after free agents on the market. Sources say the Senators believe they have a good shot at landing Campbell and he will be their No. 1 target tomorrow."
Defensive Options For S.J.
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June 30
San Jose Mercury News
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"If the Sharks are looking to bolster their defense, Bret Hedican is an obvious candidate. Hedican, 37, has told the Carolina Hurricanes that if he plays, it will be closer to the Northern California home of his wife, Kristi Yamaguchi. If the Sharks do lose Campbell and need more offensive presence at the blue line, Wade Redden will be available. Redden, 31, reportedly refused to waive his no-trade clause when the Sharks tried to acquire him from Ottawa in February, but his circumstances have changed. The Rangers' Michal Rozsival is another possibility. Rozsival, 29, played junior hockey at Swift Current in 1996-98 when the team was coached by McLellan."
Ryane Clowe Returning To Sharks
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June 30
San Jose Mercury News
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"Left wing Ryane Clowe, for example, could become a restricted free agent Tuesday. But Clowe is staying put. He and the Sharks have reached a tentative agreement on a new deal with only the length of the contract to be determined. And neither side sees that as an obstacle. "San Jose is where I want to be and it's just a matter of how many years fit me best," Clowe said Sunday."
Sharks expected to keep Marleau
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June 30
San Jose Mercury News
 
"To this point, the only change the Sharks have made since their short-circuited playoff run is behind the bench, where Todd McLellan replaced Ron Wilson as coach. The next 48 hours could go a long way toward determining the extent of any shake-up on the bench as well. But it doesn't appear that anything shocking is about to take place. Today, for example, General Manager Doug Wilson could send captain Patrick Marleau to another team before the no-trade clause in his two-year, $12.6 million contract extension takes effect Tuesday. Rumors over the past two months have had Marleau wearing several different jerseys next season. But a source familiar with the situation said Sunday that ..."
NHL Free-agent shopping list
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June 29
Montreal Gazette
 
"The opening bell will sound on Canada Day Tuesday, marking the start of the NHL's free-agent season. Here's a look at some of the players who will be most coveted by NHL general managers."
Sharks' Campbell considers options
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June 28
San Jose Mercury News
 
"Sometime in the next three or four days, Brian Campbell will sign a multiyear contract paying him upward of $6 million per season to play hockey in the NHL city of his choice. Good times, eh? Not exactly, according to Campbell. "This hasn't been the most enjoyable experience," the 29-year-old defenseman said in a phone interview Friday from southern Ontario. "There's been a lot of tossing and turning, and I'm looking forward to getting it done. It's an opportunity, but there's also a lot of pressure.""
Rangers Given OK To Talk To Campbell
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June 22
New York Post
 
"The window has opened early on Brian Campbell's free agency, and the Rangers have been given permission to take a peek. Actually, the Rangers have been granted permission by San Jose GM Doug Wilson to do more than peek. The Post has learned that the Blueshirts have been authorized to talk with the impending free-agent defenseman, an opportunity of which Glen Sather is believed to have already taken advantage. Campbell, whom the Sharks obtained from Buffalo at the Feb. 26 trade deadline for Steve Bernier and the 26th pick in this weekend's draft, is just the type of smooth-skating, puck-moving, power play-quarterbacking defenseman the Rangers seek."
San Jose likely won't complain about Lightning's early contact
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June 22
St. Petersburg Times
 
"Sharks general manager Doug Wilson confirmed concerns the Lightning, or someone associated with the team, might have contacted San Jose scout Cap Raeder about a possible assistant coaching job. Wilson, though, sounded as if he would not formally complain to the NHL, which would close the matter. "We were made aware of the situation by other sources," Wilson said Saturday. "Just keep an eye on it. We have great respect for Cap. We want him to do well and pursue his career, but I think there are procedures that should be followed for all of us." Raeder, whose contract is up at the end of the month, was an assistant with the Kings under incoming Lightning coach Barry Melrose."
Shanny, Avery Soon To Go Free
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June 20
New York Post
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"It is believed the Kings' dismissal of head coach Marc Crawford has opened the door for Avery's return to LA. In a most ironic twist of fate, the Rangers may consider signing Avery antagonist and foil Darcy Tucker if he is bought out by the Maple Leafs, though the Toronto winger is but the most pale of imitations at this stage of his career... Sources have told The Post impending free agent defenseman Brian Campbell, whom the Sharks rented from Buffalo at a trade deadline cost of Steve Bernier and a first-round pick, will not return to San Jose. The Rangers are going to be in on Campbell, a close friend of Chris Drury."
Jackets interested in Sharks' Marleau
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June 19
Columbus Dispatch
 
"Coach Ken Hitchcock joined the rest of the Blue Jackets hockey operations staff yesterday, just in time for the trade winds to stiffen as the NHL draft draws near. The Blue Jackets, who expect to be a major player during the first round Friday, have the Nos. 6 and 19 overall picks. How will they use them? A long-rumored trade that would send San Jose center Patrick Marleau to the Blue Jackets for a package including right winger Nikolai Zherdev could finally be taking shape. NHL sources say the Blue Jackets and Sharks do not have an offer in place, and they have not had substantive trade talks."
Sharks allege early contact by Lightning
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June 19
St. Petersburg Times
 
"Did the Lightning, or someone associated with the team, cross a line when Sharks scout Cap Raeder was contacted about