The Pittsburgh Penguins are positioned as the sole “true sellers” in the upcoming trade market, with veteran defenseman Erik Karlsson reportedly willing to waive his no-movement clause to join a contender, as the team considers retaining part of his $10 million salary. With the NHL Draft approaching, the Penguins face challenges in replacing Karlsson’s role amidst ongoing trade discussions involving other key players like Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust.
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In the 2024–25 season, Vancouver Canucks prospect Jonathan Lekkerimäki had a notable year, scoring 3 goals and 3 assists in 24 NHL games and 19 goals and 9 assists in 36 AHL games with Abbotsford. Despite challenges like injuries and inconsistent lineups, he gained valuable experience and contributed significantly during the Calder Cup playoffs, earning a B- for his rookie season. Need More Context? 🔎
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