Rumors and speculation summarized from Friedman's 31 thoughts:
https://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/...liam-nylander/
Pens "tested the market" on Kessel but have decided to hold off for the time being. Could be revisited.
Hextall thought very highly of Simmonds but was unwilling to commit long term to Simmonds. Some reports that Simmonds was shopped, but other say that Hextall wanted to wait to see if the Flyers got back into the playoff race. Will see what Fletcher thinks.
Chicago scouting a lot lately. Bowman was at ARI/LA and their capologist also made their last trip. Hawks had 2 scouts at LA/VAN, 3 scouts at DAL/CGY and 2 scouts at LA/EDM
Hawks might have some interest in Sam Gagner
Leafs will try to re-sign Gardiner
Doesn't sound like anyone was close to meeting Toronto's trade ask for Nylander.