While most of the NHL's top free agents have been signed, rumors continue to surround the select few who remain.
Entering the fifth day of the league's free agency, here are the latest rumblings for the best unsigned talent on the open market.
G Martin Brodeur, New Jersey Devils
The 42-year-old Brodeur has spent his entire NHL career, which began in 1991, with the Devils. But after leading them to three Stanley Cup Championships, their working relationship seems to be officially over.
Brodeur had backed up Cory Schneider this past season, but instead of re-signing Brodeur this summer, New Jersey opted to sign Scott Clemmensen to fill the reserve role.
The Devils aren't the only team to pass on the future Hall of Famer. Pierre LeBrun of ESPN reported that his representatives talked to the Tampa Bay Lightning and Pittsburgh Penguins. However, Pittsburgh decided to sign Thomas Greiss and Tampa Bay went for Evgeni Nabokov instead:
Brodeur has struggled to find a home this offseason. But despite his age, he still has the ability to be a valuable co ...
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NHL Rumors: Latest Buzz for League’s Best Remaining Free Agents
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