Victor Eklund, the 16th overall pick by the New York Islanders, will not attend rookie or training camp this fall, opting to return to Sweden to play for Djugardens in the SHL for the 2025-26 season. This decision, supported by the Islanders, allows Eklund to avoid missing games that could jeopardize his roster position, as he signed an entry-level contract on July 14.
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The latest episode of The Hockey Show features three-time Stanley Cup champion Ken Daneyko, who shares insights on building a championship team with the New Jersey Devils and compares them to the current Florida Panthers. Hosts Roy Bellamy and David Dwork also discuss NHL logo changes, Panthers’ summer developments, and highlight recent wins and fails, including Jaromir Jagr's performance and an exciting roller hockey championship finish. Want More Context? 🔎
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Hockey Canada announced the roster for the summer camp ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina, featuring 42 players from 20 NHL teams, notably excluding the Buffalo Sabres. Former Sabres Sam Reinhart, Brandon Montour, and Brandon Hagel were included, while Buffalo's own Rasmus Dahlin, Tage Thompson, and others are expected to compete for Olympic spots with their respective national teams. Want More Context? 🔎
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As the Calgary Flames navigate a transitional season, the future of defenceman Rasmus Andersson is pivotal, with decisions to extend or trade him before he becomes a UFA. Despite being a reliable top-four player with strong shot-blocking stats, Andersson's recent -38 rating raises questions about his long-term fit as the team seeks to get younger, with interest from several teams, including Dallas, Vegas, Toronto, and Carolina. Want More Context? 🔎
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