Sam Bennett won the 2025 Conn Smythe Trophy after a remarkable postseason with 15 goals, receiving 76 points in voting, while teammate Brad Marchand garnered 68 points. Other notable mentions included Sergei Bobrovsky and Leon Draisaitl, with Marchand’s strong finals performance and Bobrovsky’s consistent goaltending playing crucial roles in their team’s success.
Veteran winger Corey Perry expressed his excitement about returning to California after signing a one-year, $2MM contract with the Los Angeles Kings, following a year and a half with the Edmonton Oilers. Known for his successful tenure with the Anaheim Ducks, where he scored 372 goals, Perry aims to rekindle his connection to the region he considers home. Additionally, prospect Nick Lardis may make an appearance with the Blackhawks this season, while Cullen Potter, the Flames' recent draft pick, looks up to his mother, a Hall of Fame inductee, as his role model. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Bruins are contemplating trading forward Pavel Zacha, with the Canucks and Mammoth showing interest, as GM Don Sweeney previously considered moving him during last season's trade deadline. Zacha, who has two years left on his contract at a $4.75MM cap hit, saw a drop in offensive production last season, yet his trade value may peak now, given his favorable contract terms. Want More Context? 🔎
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Canadiens defense prospect Bogdan Konyushkov has signed a one-year extension with KHL’s Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod, ensuring his presence in Russia through the 2026-27 season. Though his performance dipped last season, he showcased leadership on ice time and excelled in the VHL playoffs, while Montreal retains his rights indefinitely until he potentially joins them in June 2027. Want More Context? 🔎
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