The Edmonton Oilers made some tough decisions on Sunday, electing to make several roster cuts. They chose not to keep prospect center Noah Philp with the big club, despite having a standout performance at camp and in preseason for the Oilers. The Oilers have also placed goaltender Olivier Rodrigue, defenseman Josh Brown, and forwards Raphael…
The Edmonton Oilers don’t have to worry about a contract extension for goaltender Stuart Skinner for at least two seasons. That said, the eight-year deal Jeremy Swayman just struck with the Boston Bruins is not ideal news for the Oilers when it comes to predicting what Skinner’s next contract could look like. Swayman just pushed…
The Boston Bruins have locked up goaltender Jeremy Swayman on an eight-year, $66 million contract extension, carrying an average annual value (AAV) of $8.25 million. This significant deal, which includes $23 million in bonuses and a no-trade clause, makes a strong statement about the Bruins’ belief in Swayman as a cornerstone for the future. It…
Photo: Joel Auerbach/Getty Images The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Skyler Brind’Amour to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2024-25 season. Brind’Amour made his professional debut with the AHL’s Charlotte Checkers in 2023-24, registering three goals and five assists in 54 appearances. He had been in training camp with the Hurricanes on a tryout. Brind’Amour…
The NHL’s Global Series in Prague featured a new-look New Jersey Devils team led by former Toronto Maple Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe. With two decisive victories against the Buffalo Sabres, Keefe’s Devils are off to a strong start. Is it possible that New Jersey is the real deal this season? Here are three critical takeaways…
Kevin Labanc has signed a one-year deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets. The forward signed a professional tryout with the New Jersey Devils, only to go on and score six goals in the preseason and earn himself a contract with another team. As Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff wrote on Saturday, “Not often you see…
Erik Karlsson reassured Pittsburgh reporters today that he expects to be ready for the Penguins’ season opener on Wednesday against the New York Rangers. Speaking to the media earlier this week, Karlsson noted that his goal was always to be available for opening night, saying he’s confident they’ll “accomplish that with ease.” “It happened before…
When the Edmonton Oilers acquired Ty Emberson from the San Jose Sharks, it seemed like a move to fill a defensive gap. However, according to Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli, Emberson might surprise many with his offensive upside and two-way abilities. What looked like a reactionary trade to mitigate offseason losses could end up being a…
Max Pacioretty shared his positive thoughts about his new teammates in Toronto ahead of the team’s final preseason game against the Detroit Red Wings. The game will serve as Pacioretty’s final opportunity to impress before the Leafs make a decision on his future with the team. During a media session, Pacioretty remarked, “This is the…
Arshdeep Bains is making a strong case for a spot on the Vancouver Canucks’ roster for the 2024-25 season after an impressive performance against the Edmonton Oilers. “Everyone’s trying to put their best foot forward. We’re all pushing each other. They want to build on last year and I want to come in and help…
