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One of the best players to spawn from Russia, Alex Kovalev has a chance to help the Panthers young core, if he can make the team.

The NHL lockout appears just days away, and there are a few major restricted free agents who look like they won't be signed before the rules change for good.

Exploring the merits of adding Alexander Semin to the Ottawa Senators.

The pool of NHL free agent forwards is voluminous. Some might even sign with the New York Islanders.

2012 NHL Free Agency: Making a Case for Peter Mueller

The four-man class wasn't without controversy, as Brendan Shanahan and Pat Burns were passed over and other news and notes from around the NHL.

P.A. Parenteau's agent says he'll be hitting unrestricted free agency, meaning the New York islanders will have to find other names to fill their roster once July 1 hits.

The NHL playoffs may be over, and the Stanley Cup won, but hockey isn't quite ready to close its doors, melt down the ice, and take it's summer break in earnest.

What should the Ottawa Senators do in the 2012 free agency period? Plus, other news on 13 March 2012.