The Ironman streak definitely could have come to an end a number of times during his Florida run, but Yandle was out there each and every night. The chatter on Saturday pointed towards a trimmed list of the Bruins and two other teams. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images). I know [] Before being traded to the New York Rangers in March 2015, Yandle twice led the Coyotes in points, played in two All-Star Games and helped them reach the 2012 Western Conference finals. Yandle ended up playing five seasons with the Panthers after Florida acquired his negotiating rights for a sixth-round pick before the 2016 free agency period opened. Yandle's offensive results the key strength of his game for years have been underwhelming at best, for starters. However, one major problem might prevent them from doing so. Welcome to NHL.com, the official site of the National Hockey League, Bienvenue LNH.com , le site officiel de la Ligue nationale de hockey, Tervetuloa NHL:n viralliselle nettisivustolle NHL.comiin, Vlkommen till NHL.com, NHL:s officiella web-sida, Vtejte na NHL.com, oficilnch strnkch National Hockey League, Vitajte na NHL.com, oficilnych strnkach National Hockey League, Willkommen auf NHL.com, der offiziellen Seite der National Hockey League, Bienvenido a NHL.com, el sitio oficial de la National Hockey League. You would have to put him up there with Oliver Ekman-Larsson and a few of the others.. Yandle, 36, NHL's Iron Man, retires after 16 years. Nicknamed Sonk, Yandle quickly established himself as a premier offensive defenseman, leading the Coyotes in points in both the 201213 and 201314 seasons. All Rights Reserved. Keith Yandle skates in his first game as a Ranger against the Nashville Predators at Madison Square Garden on March 2, 2015. A trade will be very difficult given his NMC unless he is willing to waive it for an interested party. [13] The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) also named Yandle their Defenseman of the Year,[14] and he was part of that year's CHL First All-Star Team. He holds the all-time NHL ironman record for the most consecutive games played, with 989; during the 202021 season, he became the third player ever to record 900 consecutive games played. ", (TM and Copyright 2016 CBS Radio Inc. and its relevant subsidiaries. [16] In the 200708 season, he participated in the American Hockey League All-Star Game as a member of the PlanetUSA team. Over the course of four years, Yandles cap hit per CapFriendly.com will be: $2.34 million (2021-22); $5.39m (2022-23); $1.24m (2023-24); $1.24m (2024-25). Yandle was traded to the New York Rangers on March 1, 2015 and scored 11 points (two goals, nine assists) in 19 Stanley Cup Playoff games that season. Boston finished the draft with picks Wacey Rabbitt, Lukas Vantuch, and Brock Bradford. Adding Oshie to the core group of players that led the Bruins from 2008-14 wouldve likely created a dynasty. All Rights Reserved. "I think it's a sign to the fan base that we're real serious about winning the Stanley Cup," Rowe said. March 3, 2015 / 7:28 AM Jon Bones Jones. The Bruins would have benefited from a young scorer like Oshie, who has since molded into a consistent scoring option and one of the top centers in the league. Ill never forget it. Since joining the Panthers, Yandles 30 goals and 231 points rank eighth in the NHL amongst defensemen. [41], On March 7, 2021, Yandle played in his 1,000th NHL game in a 42 loss against the Carolina Hurricanes. Keith Yandle, the NHL's iron man, sustained a minor injury,.but Bogdan Kiselevich took a puck to the face and needed 40 stitches. This is it, its not worth fighting for, trying to grind it out another year. I love playing here and love the guys, Yandle told FHN during training camp. Report article. It was close to happening Were firmly in the doldrums now, so its time to play what if? Sometimes its fun to take a look back with the benefit of everything we know now. [3] Both of his parents worked long hours for FedEx in order to provide for their three children: while his father Bud drove trucks for the company, his mother Patti, who suffered from rheumatoid arthritis for most of her adult life, served as a dispatcher. If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. Keith Yandle's five years with the Florida Panthers saw him hit career milestones, earn All-Star recognition, put up unprecedented scoring numbers for a Panthers defenseman and help Florida to a . While the salary cap has turned NHL GMs away from signing specialty players, there is no arguing that Yandle is one of the best powerplay quarterbacks of the last five NHL seasons, and could help a contender. The contract was simply too long. Keith Yandle must be retained. Keith Yandle, a 16-year veteran in the NHL, announced his retirement on Sept. 20 but not before leaving his mark on Arizona and the entirety of the NHL. Florida must find a way to get Yandle off of the books. He is/was a good player who [citation needed], In his first Stanley Cup playoff game, on April 14, 2010, Yandle scored the first goal for Phoenix against Detroit to tie the game at 11. While a decision of this kind is never an easy one to make, we believe that this shift is necessary as we look towards the 2021-22 season and our clubs future.. "It was a tough situation in Arizona where we were having trouble winning games. Part of a Chicago team that won three cups in six seasons, Hjamarlsson wasnt known for his scoring but rather his tireless work rate in the defensive zone. Updated hourly, with analysis, commentary and features from hundreds writers worldwide, our articles are read over 5 million times every month. NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) --Keith Yandle was a risk the Florida Panthers believe is very much worth taking. 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Over the course of four years, Yandles cap hit , three-year extension Thursday. Over a career that spans 16 seasons (with at least 1 NHL GP), he has a total 619 Pts in 1109 GP, and 36 playoffs Pts in 58 GP. Of course, they could wait, but it would be a grave mistake to use up a protection slot on Yandle when they could protect a more valuable player. Enter Search Term. We respect your privacy and take protecting it seriously. Remy Mastey expects to graduate in May 2024 with a bachelors degree in sports journalism. Updated hourly, with analysis, commentary and features from hundreds writers worldwide, our articles are read over 5 million times every month. He also went straight to the locker room, and Yeo reported Sunday MacEwen was injured in the fight. He and the Coyotes entered uncharted territory during the 2011-2012 season, making the conference finals for the first time in franchise history. Zuccarello began the night with 12 goals and 35 points this season, and then assisted on Marc Staal's first-period goal and set up Chris Kreider's tally in the second. /* Add your own MailChimp form style overrides in your site stylesheet or in this style block. During his 558 games played with the Coyotes, Yandle tallied 65 goals, 246 assists and 311 points. He was just that way, a giving guy. Since joining the Panthers, Yandles 30 goals and 231 points rank eighth in the NHL amongst defensemen. An explosive skater with outstanding passing and puck-handling skills, Yandle has become one of the best offensive defensemen in the NHL. Yandle spent nearly nine seasons with the Coyotes before the trade to New York. Former Michigan State basketball player Keith Appling was sentenced on Friday before Judge Michael Hathaway receiving 18 to 40 years in prison for second . All rights reserved. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. [22] Rangers general manager Glen Sather had apparently been trying to acquire Yandle for years, but could not afford him under the strict NHL salary cap; as part of the 2015 trade, the Coyotes agreed to retain half of Yandle's salary, allowing the Rangers to fit him into their roster. Florida will, however, be able to protect an additional defenseman from Seattle. He says it and means it. / CBS New York. It's a new day, and for me it's exciting.". [10] After his plans to attend New Hampshire fell through, Yandle instead offered a verbal commitment to attend the University of Maine instead. In 2009-10, he had his first 82-game season in the NHL, led the Coyotes at plus-16 and tied for the team lead with 16 power-play points. During the 2019-20 season, Yandle took a puck at full speed off his face and left his mouth a mess. He was at a 4-year-old's birthday party on Sunday when he got the call that he was leaving the Coyotes who have the third-fewest points in the NHL and coming to the Rangers, who ended Monday three points behind Eastern Conference-leading Montreal. Im glad the Panthers are moving on. The Panthers ended up giving Yandle a seven-year contract (as well as sending a fourth-round pick back to the Rangers) worth $44.5 million with a full no-movement clause. By all accounts, Milton, MA native and unrestricted free agent defenseman Keith Yandle is closing in on a decision and that decision still could be to sign with the Boston Bruins. 8:10 - I have no clue what Ovie just siad. He also added that Yandle has had an emotional few days with his iron man streak ending. After a phenomenal regular season, the Florida Panthers are doing everything in their power to keep their star players together. The Rangers invested a first rounder plus top prospect Anthony Duclair to acquire Keith Yandle at last seasons deadline. / by Jordan Hall. Flyers. Find out how your news organization can use Cronkite News content. During that time, Yandle broke the consecutive game streak of 965 on Jan. 25. Yandle met the New York media for the first time, decked out in his Rangers No. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. The Panthers signed Forsling to a three-year extension Thursday. "Yeah, possibly," Rowe said. There literally may be no bigger Boston sports rumor than Yandle to the Bruins. Tile Stores Bonita Springs, Im more at ease.. June 20, 2016 / 11:10 PM Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Be the first to know. He had to play through some serious stuff. Before this season started, Yandle said the Panthers had never approached him to waive his NMC although they could have gone about that in other ways to know he was unreceptive to any sort of trade. By buying out Yandles contract, the Panthers add $4 million of cap space this season although next season, Yandles cap hit (due to $3 million being owed in signing bonus) the savings will not be much at all. After being drafted by the Coyotes in the fourth round of the 2005 NHL Draft, Yandle led all QMJHL defencemen in scoring in 2005-06. For me, its focusing on the next chapter, being a good family guy. He played 1,109 games for the Arizona Coyotes, New York Rangers, Florida Panthers, and Philadelphia Flyers. He played 1,109 games for the Arizona Coyotes, New York Rangers, Florida Panthers, and Philadelphia Flyers . In high school, he was a multi-sport athlete, playing football, baseball, basketball and lacrosse, but hockey is where he found his calling. Keith Yandle would go on to play in all 56 regular season games, finishing with three goals and 24 assists in 56 games. Obviously, my first game here I remember my last game. 3 rd Round, 83 rd Pick - Keith Yandle Original Pick - Mikko Lehtonen. Since he became a league regular . Its incredible, Nash said. [42], Following the 202021 season, having played in his fifth season with the Panthers, Yandle was bought out from the remaining two years of his contract on July 15, 2021. He had 619 points (103 goals, 516 assists) in 1,109 games with the Flyers, Coyotes, Rangers and Panthers. Yandle retired from the NHL on Sept. 20, 2022 after 16 seasons. By April 5, the Rangers registered their 50th win of the season, and Yandle had eight points in as many games. Press 'Enter' to see all results Most Recent Stories Which leads to 3. Scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent, he was traded to the Florida Panthers on June 20, 2016, and three days later signed a seven-year contract. He previously played for the Arizona Coyotes, New York Rangers, Florida Panthers and Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League (NHL). "I always think they're valuable, but I think you have to give to get. He was eventually scratched for two games in Round 1 of the playoffs against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Unfortunately, the Panthers need to cut him loose now, as it will benefit the team more than hurt them, especially with the expansion draft looming. At the time of Yeo's decision, Yandle was by some statistical measures the worst defenseman in the NHL. Born: September 9, 1986 Draft: 2005 Coyotes, 104th Overall Hometown: Milton, MA, USA Position: Defense Known For: "Sonk" Shoots: Left National Team: USA Current Status: Retired Keith Michael . Veteran defenceman Keith Yandle skated with the usual scratch group at morning skate ahead of Game 3 against the Tampa Bay Lightning, per Florida Hockey Now's George Richards. Yandle passed Doug Jarvis's streak as the then-longest in NHL history on January 25, 2022 after playing his 965th consecutive game. Keith Yandle isnt known as a fighter, but the Florida Panthers defenceman did fight tooth and nail to return to Saturday nights game against the Carolina Hurricanes. But as a rookie in 2008-09, Oshie could have helped fuel a Cup run for a Bruins team that finished first in the East before being eliminated in the second round by Carolina. [6], In 2000, Yandle played in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with a minor ice hockey team from the South Shore region of Massachusetts. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. 2015 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. [1] He holds the second-longest NHL ironman streak of consecutive games played, with 989, and held the all-time record from January 2022 to October 2022; during the 202021 season, he became the third player ever to record 900 consecutive games played. Florida was working on a contract Monday night with Yandle, who made $5.25 million this past season and was 15th among defensemen with 47 points. Please enter valid email address to continue. Keith Yandle is tied for ninth among defensemen with 41 points (4-37) this season. Yandle ended up playing five seasons with the Panthers after Florida acquired his negotiating rights for a sixth-round pick before the 2016 free agency period opened. [31] When Ryan McDonagh was taken out of the lineup that February with an injury, Yandle received the bulk of his playing time, and in that span, the Rangers were 711. Signed as a free agent by Philadelphia, July 28, 2021. Anthony Duclair was also extended. The Florida Panthers will buyout the final two years of Keith Yandles contract on Thursday, officially parting ways with the popular defenseman. Yandle has had three 50-point seasons in his career; the Panthers, in their entire history, have had two defensemen reach that total in a season. 1 team in the NHL," Vigneault said. Certainly offensively, he is top five amongst defenseman. Word of Florida potentially using a buyout on Yandle had been floating around NHL circles for weeks. Were probably going to stay here the rest of our lives. Theres so many memories, everything from the people that work here to the players. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Just prior to last season, Yandles relationship with Panthers head coach Joel Quenneville and new GM Bill Zito began to deteriorate as they seriously contemplated making Yandle a healthy scratch for the season opener. Yandle became the NHL's new ironman last season, when he played in his 989th consecutive game. Its expansion draft week, which is great because expansion drafts rock. [11] Playing alongside future NHL standouts Brad Marchand and Jason Demers, Yandle scored 25 goals and 59 points, the highest of any Moncton defenseman in history. Yandle bounced between the Coyotes and Rampage for two years before the Coyotes called him up in the middle of the 2007-2008 season. Since the Panthers signed Yandle to a seven-year, $44.1 million contract, he has been the anchor of the Cats power play attack. Creative Commons. Keith Yandle (Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports) Keith Yandle has a lot to be proud of entering what is supposed to be his 15 th NHL season. He has been a terrific player for us.".