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| The Stars re-signed Toby Petersen to a two-year, $1.1 million deal Monday, according to TSN.ca. "We are very pleased to have Toby under contract the next two seasons," said Co-GM Les Jackson. "Toby is a consummate professional on and off the ice, and he played a key role for us during our playoff run this spring. We look forward to his continued contributions to our club." |
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| The Canadiens have re-signed center Maxim Lapierre on Monday, according to the AP. He inked a two-year extension, and financial details were not disclosed. GM Bob Gainey said, "Maxim is part of our young players who contribute to the success of our team. The determination, grit and energy he brings are important assets that we are looking for in our young players."
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| Coach Mike Babcock is reportedly very close to inking a contract extension with Detroit, according to the Detroit News. |
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| Dominik Hasek has retired on Monday, according to ESPN.com. "The Dominator" played for 16 NHL campaigns, but noted that he lacked the motivation to return for another year. He said, "I don't feel today that I'm ready to compete on the highest level. Not because of the physical things, but because I need motivation every day."
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| Defenseman Josef Melichar is believed to be on the Rangers' radar, among other clubs, according to the NY Post. |
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| Branko Radivojevic will not return to the Wild, according to the Star Tribune. He has opted to sign a two-year deal to play with Spartak in the Russian Premiere League.
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| Darren McCarty would like to stick around in Detroit, and doesn't want to end his career yet, according to the Detroit News. GM Ken Holland expects to offer him a deal. |
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| Chris Chelios isn't considering retirement and will meet with Detroit to work out a one-year deal, according to the Detroit News. He will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery this summer, and would be willing to accept a smaller role next season to keep playing. He said, "It's never been a money issue. Hopefully, I'll be at this locker stall again next season."
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| Dallas Drake will decide within the upcoming weeks if he wants to return for another season in the NHL, according to the Detroit News. |
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