NHL training camps begin the week of Sept. 15, with preseason games starting Sept. 20. Key questions for Canadian teams include how the Calgary Flames will handle Rasmus Andersson’s potential trade, who will join Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl on the Edmonton Oilers’ wings, and how Montreal Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis will address defensive issues, while Ottawa Senators look to see if rookie Carter Yakemchuk makes the roster.
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced that star forward William Nylander will miss the game against the Columbus Blue Jackets due to a lower-body injury, considered day-to-day; he has been their leading scorer this season with 15 points in nine games. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Blues are struggling with a 3-6-1 record, and NHL Central Scouting has updated its draft rankings, with Gavin McKenna retaining the top spot. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Carolina Hurricanes have recalled Charles-Alexis Legault from the AHL's Chicago Wolves due to ongoing injuries within their defensive core, including placing William Carrier on injured reserve. With Shayne Gostisbehere and Jaccob Slavin sidelined, Carolina's defense now relies on rookies Alexander Nikishin and Sean Walker, both of whom have performed admirably but lack experience. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Minnesota Wild have activated forward Michael Milne from injured reserve and placed him on waivers to assign him to the AHL’s Iowa Wild. The 23-year-old winger, who had a brief NHL debut last season and scored 26 points in 60 games with Iowa, is now medically cleared to practice after an undisclosed injury but faces uncertainty regarding his future with the team next summer. Want More Context? 🔎
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