Five Key Stories: 5/19/25 – 5/25/25

As the playoffs progress, teams are shifting focus to offseason plans, with significant contract developments emerging. Boston’s Don Sweeney has signed a two-year extension, allowing him to rebuild the Bruins with over $26MM in offseason flexibility. The Blue Jackets are open to trading their first-round picks to enhance their roster, while the Blackhawks hired Jeff Blashill as head coach, and the Sabres are exploring trade options for Bowen Byram, who is due for a significant raise as a restricted free agent. The Islanders appointed Mathieu Darche as general manager, tasked with revitalizing the team.

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