The Hockey News: Buffalo Sabres defenceman Tyler Myers remains a fixture in the NHL’s early-season rumor mill. TSN’s Darren Dreger reports Myers’ name is “out there,” though the Sabres are downplaying it. The Detroit Red Wings and Anaheim Ducks expressed interest in the big defenceman.
Tampa Bay Times: Tampa Bay D Eric Brewer was a healthy scratch for the first two games of the season. TSN’s Bob McKenzie reporting Brewer’s name was “out there” in trade talks.
“They’ve made their choices, we just deal with it,” Brewer said. “We just come to play and do what you’re told, see how it goes.”
Puck Daddy: The Florida Panthers’ have a pathetically embarrassing crowd vs. the Ottawa Senators: The Panthers announced a crowd of 7,311 fans.