Buffalo Sabres star Tage Thompson, who scored 33 goals in 57 games post-break and helped the U.S. win gold at the World Championship, aims to secure a spot on the Olympic watchlist while prioritizing the Sabres’ playoff aspirations. Meanwhile, Chicago’s Lukas Reichel faces trade rumors but focuses on solidifying his role, and Alex Ovechkin returns for his 21st NHL season following a record-breaking year.
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