The Oilers' signing of forward Alex Formenton received some intense backlash and on Wednesday, general manager Stan Bowman spoke about the team's history of giving people second chances and was also asked whether or not he was concerned about lasting reputational damage to the Oilers as a result of the signing.
Mark Masters is joined by TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston to discuss Auston Matthews and where he's at after knee surgery. They also touch on first overall pick Gavin McKenna and how the team plans to handle their youngest addition.
The media in Ottawa heard from Senators head coach Travis Green for the first time since former captain Brady Tkachuk requested a trade. TSN's Claire Hanna has more on what Green had to say and the next order of business for the Sens at camp.
Paul Maurice met with the media as the Panthers opened up their training camp. He talked about the addition of Brady Tkachuk and the possibility of the brothers joining forces with Sam Bennett.
When asked how the game has changed over the years, Lightning superstar Nikita Kucherov, in classic form, gives an honest, blunt, and hilarious answer.
The Canucks have said that they are focused on their rebuild and are committed to solidifying the foundation of the franchise. Vancouver management met the media ahead of training camp and said that while they are looking ahead, they don't want to totally disregard wins and losses, so long as it being done the right way.
After a couple tough seasons, Elias Pettersson is looking to bounce back for the Canucks. General manager Ryan Johnson says that they have built a safe place for the forward to play, and expect him to come to work happy.. Johnson also says he isn't expecting Pettersson to suddenly change his character, but hopes he can just be himself.
Ahead of training camp, Canucks GM Ryan Johnson revealed that Thatcher Demko won't be a full participant in training camp with one of the main groups, but will be on the ice in Penticton as he continues his recovery process. Johnson says that while this isn't a setback for the goaltender, there is no set time table for a return.
Ahead of the preseason, Canucks head coach Manny Malhotra says the Canucks are in no rush to name captains for the upcoming season, and that that leaders will naturally step forward.
After 14 seasons in Montreal, Brendan Gallagher was traded to Vancouver this offseason. Having been a former teammate, head coach Manny Malhotra says he is excited for what Gallagher can bring on and off of the ice for his young team, not only at games, but in practice.
The Senators have continued to progress over the last few seasons but can they take another one this year after Brady Tkachuk's departure? Head coach Travis Green weighs in on expectations for the season.
Senators head coach Travis Green speaks to the media for the first time since Brady Tkachuk's departure over the offseason. He also touches on plans for their next captain.
With Frederik Andersen and Devon Levi in the mix, goaltender Tristan Jarry is looking forward to the healthy competition in net this season with the Oilers. General manager Stan Bowman wants Jarry to turn the page on last year and focus on bouncing back this campaign and also wants Levi to show the team 'he's the guy.'
The Oilers have made things difficult for themselves early in the past few seasons with some slow starts but under Mike Babcock, the team expects to be very organized and hopes to develop a game built on speed, habits and instinct.
After picking Gavin McKenna at the draft, plus a half dozen new additions over the offseason, the Maple Leafs enter camp with a lot of new faces and management is focused on building chemistry early.
The Oilers' defence will have a different look after some changes in the summer but the team will be looking to Evan Bouchard to realize his full potential following a career-season.
Auston Matthews explains why he always has high expectations for himself but even more so this year, after what he calls a 'frustrating season'. Leafs management also discusses the importance of their captain being back to full health.
Auston Matthews explains why he wanted to take a step back last season and wait to see how the Maple Leafs front office took shape. He shares that he's really impressed with what John Chayka has done with the roster heading into the new season.
Gavin McKenna believes the hotbed hockey market in Toronto is a blessing in disguise and explains how motivated he is to live up to the high expectations of being a first overall pick.
Canadiens defenceman Kaiden Guhle underwent minor surgery to his adductor muscle in the off-season and will be sidelined for the next four-to-five weeks. Head coach Martin St. Louis spoke about managing that early loss and what David Reinbacher needs to do to make the jump and stay with the Habs for good.
Money was splashed around this offseason in the NHL, but will all contracts prove to be fruitful? TSN Hockey analyst Martin Biron takes a closer look at what he believes could be three of the riskier signings heading into the new season.
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