Although there has no official confirmation from the Hurricanes, it's expected center Matt Cullen will be traded today.
The Canes are expected to receive a high draft pick in return, although not a first-rounder. NHL teams have until 3 p.m. to complete transactions before the Olympic break, and the Cullen trade is expected to be Carolina's only move today.
Nine teams scouted the Canes-Sabres game Thursday night: Chicago, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Montreal, Minnesota, LA Kings, New York Islanders, Toronto and Columbus. The Sabres also are expected to be buyers before the March 3 trade deadline, but Cullen is not expected to be sent to Buffalo.
A Raleigh native, Chip has worked at the N&O since 1979 and is the Canes beat writer. He can be reached at
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to Ottawa for Picard (rfa
Fri, 02/12/2010 - 11:51 — jgrant641to Ottawa for Picard (rfa this summer, making around $800m and a 2nd round pick. Nice move JR.
Even better is we get Cully back this summer!
prospects
Fri, 02/12/2010 - 11:41 — louis12580It was rumored yesterday about his going to Buffalo. If it is for a draft choice, then I would think that Toronto is out of the equation. Teams like Chicago and Pittsburgh have the prospects to offer in return. Don't want to see him waste away in Columbus or on the Island. Detroit could use his many services as they are fighting for their playoff lives. Stay tuned to this channel for any breaking news!
If i understand
Fri, 02/12/2010 - 10:55 — esteban1949Correctly, isn't mat either from or got family in Minnisota ? While like wallin, many fans will hate to see him go, but such is the business of Hockey...If he doew go today...regardless of where...I wish him all the best...
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