Another campaign begins! Here are your links for today:
Pierre LeBrun indicates that Luke Hughes is expected to sign a long-term deal with the Devils and questions the future of Dougie Hamilton in New Jersey: [TSN]
On the rise of Shane Lachance: “He’s a great hockey player, and he’s going to play in the NHL for a long, long time, and he’s 10 times a better human. He’s the consummate leader.” [The Athletic ($)]
“As the Edmonton Oilers prepare to kick off another season with serious Stanley Cup aspirations, the waiting game continues with Connor McDavid. McDavid will not have a new contract extension in place before the team opens training camp with medical and fitness testing at Rogers Place on Wednesday morning, according to league sources.” [The Athletic ($)]
Rangers have a new captain:
Carter Hart will be moving on from the Flyers:
Who stood out in prospect tournaments around the league? [The Athletic ($)]
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