Leon Draisaitl’s agent Jiri Poner told Michael Bauer of Germany’s EishockeyNews this weekend that the ball was in the Oilers’ court when it came to a contract extension for the German superstar. Draisaitl is playing the 2024-25 season, the final of his current deal, at a salary of $8.5 million and is due for a…
Photo: Andreea Cardani The Winnipeg Jets have acquired defenseman Dylan Coghlan from the Carolina Hurricanes for future considerations. Coghlan was an AHL All-Star for the Springfield Thunderbirds in 2024 and tied for the league lead among defensemen with 16 goals. He added 25 assists for 41 points in 61 games for Springfield, and also skated…
The Edmonton Oilers have made a trade, acquiring forward Matthew Savoie from the Buffalo Sabres. In exchange, the Oilers have sent forwards Ryan McLeod and Tyler Tullio to Buffalo. This trade marks a strategic move for Edmonton, aiming to bolster their roster with a promising young talent. Matthew Savoie, known for his skill and right-handed…
Photo: Micheline Veluvolu The Edmonton Oilers have acquired forward Matt Savoie from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for forwards Ryan McLeod and Ty Tullio. Savoie, the ninth overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, made his pro debut with the AHL’s Rochester Americans during the 2023 Calder Cup Playoffs and saw action in six games…
The Toronto Maple Leafs’ re-signing of Max Domi has raised questions about whether the deal was truly advantageous for the team or comparable to other offers he received in the market. Next: Nick Robertson Demands Trade: Now What for the Maple Leafs? Evaluating the Deal: Team-Friendly or Market-Comparable? It’s likely that Domi wanted to stay…
Photo: Derek Sparta The Seattle Kraken have hired Derek Laxdal as the new head coach of their American Hockey League affiliate, the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Laxdal succeeds Dan Bylsma, who was named head coach of the Kraken on May 28. Laxdal, 58, joins the Kraken organization after spending the last two years as head coach…
The Calgary Flames have officially entered a new era, embarking on a much-needed rebuild. With a solid plan and clear direction for the future, fans are thrilled about what’s ahead. The focus now is on prioritizing young talent by acquiring draft capital and prospects. GM Craig Conroy did commendable work last season in dealing with…
Logan Stankoven: A Star in the Making One of the most exciting names to emerge this season is Logan Stankoven of the Dallas Stars. Despite being initially overlooked due to his size, Stankoven has quickly dispelled doubts about his prowess on the ice. His journey from being drafted as a promising talent to making a…
The Edmonton Oilers face a unique situation with contract negotiations for both Leon Draisaitl and Evan Bouchard, whose deals end at the same time this coming season. While Draisaitl’s extension seems straightforward, with a potential cap hit in the $13-14 million range, the Bouchard negotiation presents different dynamics. General Manager Jeff Jackson, experienced in contract…
Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving recently addressed the media regarding the state of his forward core at the outset of free agency and rumors surrounding Nick Robertson. Treliving emphasized the importance of giving young players like Robertson a chance to prove themselves in the NHL. He highlighted that the team has several promising talents…
