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Former Maple Leafs Forward Linked To PTO With 2 Teams
Calle Jarnkrok continues to be a free agent and without any one-year deals on his lap to consider, expect to see the versatile veteran forward sign a professional tryout agreement (PTO). Daily Faceoff's Mike Gould recently highlighted Jarnkrok as an under-the-radar type of signing as the offseason winds down, and has linked Jarnkrok to potentially signing a PTO with the San Jose Sharks or Edmonton Oilers. Jarnkrok spent the past four seasons with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and while in the...
Winnipeg Jets Rejected Multiple Trade Offers
Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff was informed of Connor Hellebuyck's trade request months ago, and hasn't been able to find a deal he's open to accepting. The trade talks had been going on in the background of the organization, but now that Hellebuyck's gone public with his trade demands, the Jets GM will have to deal with the heat publicly. Word is, Cheveldayoff isn't dead set on having to get back a number-one goaltender in return, as the team would be comfortable with givin...
Oilers Insider Warns Of Regret Over Franchise Blueline Trade
The trade that brought Mattias Ekholm to Edmonton has been one of the most lopsided wins of the Ken Holland era. According to Edmonton Journal columnist David Staples , that's about to get complicated. Staples argues the Oilers are set to feel real blowback from the February 2023 deal, not because Ekholm hasn't lived up to his end, but because the prospect Edmonton gave up, Reid Schaefer, has finally started to look like the player Nashville hoped for. A Trade That's Aged Perfectly For E...
Bruins Coach Reveals How Long They Wanted Their Big Offseason Addition
The Boston Bruins ' blockbuster trade for JJ Peterka wasn't a sudden decision. According to head coach Marco Sturm, it was years in the making. Per Jim McBride of the Boston Globe , Sturm confirmed the Bruins had been eyeing Peterka for a long time before finally landing him this summer. "I think the biggest reason for that trade was us, as an organization, they've been having an eye on him for a long, long time, even before he got drafted," Sturm said. "So even last year, every year it ...
Canucks Add Veteran Goaltender On Tryout Deal
The Vancouver Canucks aren't taking any chances in net heading into training camp. GM Ryan Johnson announced the team has signed veteran goaltender Chris Driedger to a professional tryout agreement, along with hiring Sean Finn as an amateur scout. The move comes on the heels of Johnson's own uncertainty about starter Thatcher Demko's readiness for opening night. "I've said all along with Thatcher, we've never really been operating on timelines," Johnson told Patrick Johnston of the Vanco...
2 potential replacements for Matt Savoie for Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers got some bad news this week when it was learned that four players would be out for all of training camp. One of them, Matt Savoie, was being counted on to resume his top-line role alongside Connor McDavid. Now, he will be out for about the first month of the season , per reports. As usual, while injuries are a tough break for players, they do provide an opportunity for others to step up. Oilers insider Jim Matheson has suggested two potential replacements for Savoie, ...
Did the NHL Make A Mistake Of Letting Players Head To The Olympics?
The Connor Hellebuyck trade request, it marks the end of an era in Winnipeg . The Jets goaltender has been a star in their system since his career in the NHL began in 2015-16. His tenure has been marked by mediocrity, with five runs to the playoffs during Hellebuyck's time wearing the Jets crest. It's just another one of an NHL player's trade requests, which has been a sign that American players haven't been happy with their own teams at the moment. Hellebuyck is one of four other Team U...
3 Potential Connor Hellebuyck Trade Destinations
Vezina trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck is ready for his next chapter, as the star goaltender has gone public with his trade request from the Winnipeg Jets. Hellebuyck released a statement on Thursday to clear the air and make things public, he has indeed asked for a trade, and it's rumored to have been originally submitted during his exit interview at the end of last season. So the question becomes - where does Hellebuyck land? Here's three teams to keep an eye on in the sweepstakes: Pittsburg...
It's Official: Connor Hellebuyck Publicly Requests Trade From Winnipeg
Connor Hellebuyck has made his future with the Winnipeg Jets unmistakably clear. With training camp approaching and trade speculation surrounding the veteran goaltender continuing throughout the summer, Hellebuyck publicly confirmed that he requested a trade from Winnipeg several months ago. “Winnipeg has been my home for my entire NHL career, and I will always be grateful for my time there,” Hellebuyck said via the statement. Statement from Connor Hellebuyck: pic.twitter.com/hW8sNw1LJi ...
Brady Tkachuk Speaks Out On Getting Booed In Canada: ‘It’s Great!’
Brady Tkachuk became public enemy No. 1in Ottawa after the Senators captain forced his way into a trade to Florida this off-season. But earlier this year, he had already earned the same status in all of Canada after his performance on the ice and in the aftermath of Team USA defeating Canada for the Gold Medal at the Olympics. He discussed the situation with his brother Matthew on their Wingmen podcast this week. Brady says he was booed in nearly every Canadian arena, and frankly, he says he l...
Lightning's Victor Hedman Motivated, Refreshed After Mental Health Leave
Victor Hedman appears refreshed and ready to battle it out for the Tampa Bay Lightning, after stepping away from the game last season. Hedman admitted he suffers from performance anxiety and needed to reset his mental health. Hedman caught up with NHL.com's Dan Rosen recently, and opened up about his battles, on and off the ice. “For me, it’s just feeling healthy and feeling like my body is where I want it to be,” Hedman said. “You’re on the ice every day, you’re in the gym and you feel good,...
Report: Avalanche, Cale Makar Closing In On Massive Contract Extension
Colorado Avalanche president Joe Sakic knew what his number one priority was this offseason, and from the sounds of multiple reports, Sakic's got the job done, as the team is closing in on a eight-year contract extension with star defenceman Cale Makar. About to go off-line for a bit, but the much-anticipated extension for Cale Makar and Colorado is closing in Going to be a biggie…but a critical piece of business for the Avalanche — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) August 27, 2026 Makar, 27,...
Canucks Winger Could Be Dealt A Year After Massive Extension
Brock Boeser's future with the Vancouver Canucks looked settled a year ago. It no longer does. Boeser could become a trade candidate as the Canucks continue their rebuild under new GM Ryan Johnson. There's been lots of speculation all summer that he could be dealt, but nothing has come of it yet. Timing Makes Sense TSN's Travis Yost argues Boeser's underlying shot-generation numbers, both at even strength and on the power play, have been trending in the wrong direction for years, making ...
Vezina Finalist Could Become Cap Casualty For Kings
Darcy Kuemper wants to remain with the Los Angeles Kings . Whether that's still up to him is the real question heading into training camp. An unexpected goalie battle with Anton Forsberg could make Kuemper's situation one of the Kings' biggest storylines as summer wraps up, with trade speculation building around his $5.25 million cap hit. Crease That's No Longer His Alone Forsberg took over as Los Angeles' starter down the stretch last season and started all four games of the Kings' firs...
Canucks Expected To Sign A Veteran On Prove-It Deal
The Vancouver Canucks may not be done adding to the roster, even in the middle of a full rebuild. Per Patrick Johnston of The Province , general manager Ryan Johnson could still sign a veteran forward or defenseman on a PTO or a cheap free agent deal, with the specific goal of hoping that player has a good enough season to make him a worthwhile trade chip closer to the deadline. Deep Pool Of Names To Choose From The remaining unsigned market gives Johnson options. Forwards Michael Bu...
Oilers confirm 4 players to miss training camp
The Edmonton Oilers will be a little light on troops for training camp next month. After a report earlier in the day, the team has confirmed that forwards Mattias Janmark & Matt Savoie, defenceman Alec Regula and a newcomer between the pipes, goaltender Frederik Andersen, all will not participate in camp. #Oilers forwards Mattias Janmark & Matt Savoie, along with defenceman Alec Regula & goaltender Frederik Andersen, will not participate in next month's Training Camp. https://t.co/6LVCcEEoea —...
Dylan Larkin Trade 'Makes Too Much Sense' For One Canadian Team—Analyst
The Dylan Larkin drama continues to simmer in the background for the Detroit Red Wings. The trade request that he delivered to former hockey operations boss Steve Yzerman is still in effect, though Yzerman is out of the picture. Right now, just finding a new person to run the hockey ops department is their focus. Larkin, with his full no-trade clause, supposedly has only three teams that he would accept a trade to, in Minnesota, Florida, and Vegas. But if he'd open up his list a bit, TSN...
Report: Connor Hellebuyck 'keen' on trade from Winnipeg Jets
Connor Hellebuyck doesn't necessarily sound like he's ready to turn his back on the Winnipeg Jets, but if they came to him with a trade proposal to a Stanley Cup contending team, it surely sounds like he'd be ready for the next chapter of his career. In a recent report, The Athletic's Murat Ates and Jesse Granger shed some light on what's been going on in Winnipeg, and what to expect out of Hellebuyck heading into next season. While many feel the former Vezina, and Gold Medal winning goaltend...
Report: Minnesota Wild shut down Quinn Hughes trade rumors
The Quinn Hughes saga is front and center across the NHL right now, as the Minnesota Wild are trying desperately to sign the Norris trophy winning defenceman to a long-term contract extension. With contract talks 'very quiet' according to hockey insider Elliotte Friedman , there's been plenty of trade rumors falling on our desk, including how the New Jersey Devils reached out to discuss a potential deal. Something The Athletic's Michael Russo is trying to shut down. As the Minnesota Wild conti...
Calder Cup Winner Alex Nylander Earns PTO Invite With NHL Team
The Nylander Brothers' dream of playing on the same NHL squad could be coming to an end. At least for now. After a couple of seasons in the Toronto Maple Leafs organization, Alex Nylander will apparently be trying to earn a spot with the Calgary Flames on a professional tryout (PTO) at next month's training camp. Sounds like Alex Nylander will be coming to camp with the #Flames , likely on a PTO. 24G 53P in 65 AHL GP https://t.co/WOLU0PxO7L — PuckPedia (@PuckPedia) August 26, 2026 PuckPedia is...
Blackhawks Player Learned He Was Traded In Worst Possible Way
Louis Crevier was on vacation in Italy when the Chicago Blackhawks traded him. He didn't find out from his agent, his team, or the news. He found out from his best friend and teammate, who didn't even realize he was breaking the news. Alex Vlasic told the story to the Chicago Sun-Times . On June 23, Vlasic and Crevier were texting back and forth about a completely unrelated topic, the Blackhawks' pursuit of Buffalo defenseman Bowen Byram, with Crevier sending Vlasic rumors about th...
Former Flames Coach Reveals Why Two Stars Really Left
Darryl Sutter says he wasn't surprised when Matthew Tkachuk and Johnny Gaudreau both left the Calgary Flames within two months of each other, and he thinks the organization shouldn't have been either. Speaking on the Cam and Strick Podcast , Sutter, who coached both players in Calgary from 2021 to 2023, offered a blunt explanation for why their departures played out the way they did. "The writing was on the wall," Sutter said. "Management should have known right away that those kids were...
Red Wings' Contract Delay With Rising Star Becoming Real Risk
Simon Edvinsson's next contract with the Detroit Red Wings isn't stuck because of a disagreement. It's stuck because Detroit doesn't have anyone in place to sign it. Edvinsson's agent, Peter Werner of CAA, confirmed to Sweden's Expressen that talks are paused entirely while the Red Wings search for a permanent general manager. "We're not speculating, we're just patiently waiting for the new general manager," Werner said. Both Sides Say They're Aligned Nothing about the delay suggests...
Washington Capitals Hand Out PTO Ahead of NHL Training Camps
There are a number of notable unrestricted free agents still waiting for deals around the NHL. The first PTO (professional tryout) has been handed out to an NHL free agent, as the Washington Capitals will bring goalie Cal Peterson into camp to give him a look-see. Goaltender Cal Petersen will join the Washington Capitals' 2026 Training Camp on a professional tryout agreement. — Capitals PR (@CapitalsPR) August 25, 2026 Peterson will join a crowded crease during Caps' training camp. In ad...
Free Agent Kevin Hayes Lands In Surprise Destination
After 12 seasons in the NHL, 34-year-old Kevin Hayes has decided to head overseas for the first time in his career. He'll be headed to Russia on a one-year deal with Ak Bars Kazan. After 12 seasons in the NHL, Kevin Hayes 🇺🇸 is heading to the KHL! pic.twitter.com/mHBRHmICvC — KHL (@khl_eng) August 25, 2026 Hayes was a depth forward last year for the Pittsburgh Penguins, playing in only 28 games. He recorded four goals and eight points. He didn't come close to living up to his ...
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