On October 4th, the New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres kicked off their seasons in the opening game of the NHL Global Series, held this year in Prague, Czechia. The Devils secured a strong 4-1 victory over the Sabres. The rest of the NHL won’t start its season until October 8th. With only one preseason game left on the schedule, let’s take a look at which players have stood out this summer.
Names like Nick Robertson, Matvei Michkov, and Jesse Puljujarvi have captured attention during this preseason. Some surprises and unfortunate injuries have taken place during this time. NHL stars Drew Doughty and Patrik Laine are dealing with lower-body injuries, delaying their season debuts.
On a more positive note, certain players have shown their skills and readiness for the NHL during training camp. Let’s highlight five players who are currently making waves in the preseason:
Nick Robertson: Toronto Maple Leafs
Carter Yakemchuk: Ottawa Senators
Matvei Michkov: Philadelphia Flyers
Kevin Labanc: Columbus Blue Jackets
Jesse Puljujarvi: Pittsburgh Penguins
Each of these players has showcased their abilities in the preseason games, with impressive performances that have caught the attention of fans and analysts alike.
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