Ottawa Senators defenseman Nik Matinpalo, who had an unexpected rookie NHL season after being undrafted and playing in the AHL, secured a two-year, one-way contract following a strong performance. Despite this, the Senators emphasized during exit meetings that he must continue to compete hard for his spot, especially with new challengers joining the team.
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The Sharks have made significant offseason additions, acquiring forwards Adam Gaudette, Philipp Kurashev, Ryan Reaves, and Jeff Skinner, as well as defensemen John Klingberg, Nick Leddy, and Dmitry Orlov, along with goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic. While many of these veterans may be past their prime, each player has the potential to impact the team positively in specific roles, enhancing scoring, playmaking, and defensive capabilities. Want More Context? 🔎
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