Whether it be because of the New Jersey Devils or one of the other 31 clubs in the NHL, this offseason has just been so entertaining.
The latest wrinkle in the NHL landscape is an interesting one. The Mitch Marner-Toronto drama is back despite going into year two in Vegas. You just can’t make it up.
In New Jersey, Jake Allen is open and honest with his thoughts on a three-goalie rotation.
Elsewhere, a Patrick Kane reunion, contrasting thoughts on the timing, and more.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: Going into 2026-27, Jake Allen is going to be a third of a three-goalie roation. He explained his honest thoughts on that reality, drawing from a previous experience being in a similar situation.
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
Chicago Hockey Now: Yep, it happened. Showtime returns to the Windy City. Patrick Kane signs with the Chicago Blackhawks after Connor Bedard makes his pitch to return home.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Pittsburgh Penguins will be miles behind the competition this season and, for once, that’s actually a really good thing for them.
Colorado Hockey Now: Aarif Deen maps out the Colorado Avalanche opening-night lineup, and the ‘direct replacement’ scenario keeps things simple while giving younger players a real shot.
Forever Blueshirts: Sean Durzi is embracing a fresh start with the New York Rangers after the Vincent Trocheck trade, and he’s already locked in on how he can help their blue line.
TSN Video: Bryan Hayes doesn’t think Kane returning to Chicago is as great as many others. Instead, he says it’s too much money for nostalgia purposes.
The Athletic ($): However, Scott Powers says the opposite. He thinks Kane returning to Chicago makes “so much sense.” More inside on why.
In Columbus, Jet Greaves and the Columbus Blue Jackets settle on a new extension and avoid arbitration. Here’s how the two sides figured it out after being “so far apart on the money.”
Sportsnet: Man, the Mitch Marner-Toronto Maple Leafs drama won’t ever die, will it? In a recent interview, Marner’s agent points to the Maple Leafs with the claim that they never protected Marner in his time with Toronto.
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