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“What is one of the Devils’ biggest needs, if not the biggest? A top-six winger to complement Jack Hughes and Nico Hischier. The Devils finished 31st in five-on-five goals last season, and while playing style was part of the reason, Kyrou may be the perfect fit to bolster the Devils’ offense.” [Devils on the Rush ($)]
“Only Hischier knows for sure…but maybe — just maybe — all this losing has shifted his priorities. While AFP Analytics projects an eight-year, $11.459 million
AAV contract for him, say he takes $9 or $10 million instead. He’d still earn $72–80 million over the life of the deal, on top of the roughly $45 million he’s already earned in the NHL. That extra cap flexibility could make a world of difference when attempting to properly complement the roster.” [New Jersey Hockey Now]
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The Stanley Cup Final is tied:
The Kings have a coach:
“The Edmonton Oilers are in consultation with the NHL Players’ Association to see if there are objections to potentially hiring Mike Babcock for their vacant head coaching job, according to league sources.” [The Athletic ($)]
“Larkin has a full no-trade clause as part of his contract, and his list was limited to being dealt to Vegas, Minnesota and Florida.” [Associated Press]
Where might Dylan Larkin end up in a trade and what assets might the Red Wings get back? [The Athletic ($)]
Gabriel Landeskog is this season’s Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy awardee:
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