There will likely be extra NHL growth finally
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: NHL deputy commissioner Invoice Daly mentioned that “on the acceptable time.”
The Seattle Kraken and Vegas Golden Knights have proven that there’s a mannequin that may make growth groups aggressive immediately however nothing is imminent. Although it might make sense to tie growth to new CBA, Daly says they aren’t linked.
“I don’t assume the 2 are linked presently,” Daly replied. “I don’t assume that’s how we view it or are approaching it. It can occur when it’s able to occur.”
There’s a most variety of workforce league envisions, however at the moment they aren’t positive what that quantity is.
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Joe Smith and Shayna Goldman of The Athletic: Although he’s had his identify within the rumor mill, it seems that Filip Gustavsson will likely be again subsequent season. In addition they have Marc-Andre Fleury and prospect Jesper Wallstedt. Wallstedt might see some NHL time, partly or in entire.
“We’re nonetheless fairly versatile on that,” Guerin instructed The Athletic. “It could possibly be a scenario the place it’s like a hybrid.”
They could possibly be taking a look at 40 video games for Fleury this yr in his remaining NHL season. Former NHL goalie Craig Anderson mentioned it’s a bizarre dynamic operating three goalies, and Wallstedt is probably not blissful within the minors however….
“Should you’re going to experience Fleury and Gus, it is advisable to bury (Wallstedt) within the minors. The agent goes to be pissed. The cash aspect of issues goes to be pissed. However that’s going to springboard him right into a beginning function higher than being a second, third man, getting a spot begin, training every single day.”
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GM Invoice Guerin and his employees will weigh the advantages of doubtless having restricted NHL minutes or being a No. 1 within the AHL.
