NHL Daily: Flyers’ Trade Rumor; Bo Horvat Signs for ‘Too Much’

An NHL team is showing interest in Philadelphia Flyers forward Kevin Hayes, and the New Islanders signed recently acquired center Bo Horvat to an eight-year, $68 million contract that carries an $8.5 million annual cap hit.

“It’s too long and it’s too much money,” cracked Lou Lamoriello, the Isles general manager and the man who negotiated the deal.

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Philly Hockey Now: An NHL team is showing interest in center/left winger Kevin Hayes, according to the well-connected Kevin Allen of Detroit Hockey Now. Philadelphia Flyers.

Philly Hockey Now: The Flyers return to action Monday by hosting the Islanders, starting a four-game homestand that they hope gets them closer in the playoff hunt. Philadelphia Flyers.

Philly Hockey Now: At an All-Star news conference that touched on lots of topics, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman talked about Ivan Provorov sitting out LGBTQ-themed warmups on Pride Night last month. Philadelphia Flyers.

New York Islanders Hockey Now: GM Lou Lamoriello comically talks about the Bo Horvat deal. New York Islanders.

Colorado Hockey Now: Avs defenseman Bowen Byram will return to the lineup Tuesday against Pittsburgh. He missed three months with a lower-body injury.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Penguins have had a disjointed season. GM Ron Hextall made it clear that if players are tuning out coach Mike Sullivan, they will be the ones who go — not the coach. Pittsburgh Penguins.

Florida Hokey Now: Former Flyers defenseman Radko Gudas is leaving a mark with the Panthers. Florida Panthers.

Detroit Hockey Now: Former standout goalie Dominik Hasek, a harsh critic of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, blasted Gary Bettman and the NHL. Detroit Red Wings.

Montreal Hockey Now: Which Canadiens prospects could be dangled in trades? Read on. Montreal Canadiens.

San Jose Hockey Now: The Sharks dealt defenseman Jaycob Megna to the Seattle Kraken for a conditional fourth-round pick in the 2023 draft. Megna, 30, has been Erik Karlsson’s primary partner. San Jose Sharks.

LA Hockey Now: Kevin Fiala has been a great fit for the Kings. He leads Los Angeles with 53 points in 53 games. Los Angeles Kings.