Bob McKenzie: There had been some chatter that Pavel Datsyuk may have an interest in returning to the NHL next season.
From agent Dan Milstein: “Every year we sit down and talk about options but (returning to the) NHL isn’t something he has entertained.”
Bob McKenzie: Datsyuk’s rights are currently owned by the Arizona Coyotes. He would become an unrestricted free agent on July 1st.
Potential trade options for the Maple Leafs
Craig Button of TSN: The Toronto Maple Leafs are Stanley Cup contenders and they have $6 million in salary cap space.