The Chicago Blackhawks, after a busy offseason last year, have taken a more restrained approach this summer, adding only André Burakovsky and Sam Lafferty while focusing on roster spots for younger talent like Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar. General Manager Kyle Davidson emphasized the importance of competition among prospects, acknowledging the team is not expected to contend for a playoff spot in the upcoming season.
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Montreal Canadiens winger Cole Caufield had a breakout 2024-25 season, achieving career highs with 37 goals, 33 assists, and 70 points over 82 games, contributing to the team's playoff appearance. Despite his impressive performance, he was notably excluded from the NHL Network's top 20 wingers list, with players like Filip Forsberg and Matt Boldy making the cut, though Caufield remains a strong contender for future recognition as he continues to improve at just 24 years old. Want More Context? 🔎
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Welcome to The Hockey News - Vancouver Canucks site’s player preview series for the 2025–26 season. Today, we examine Linus Karlsson, the leading scorer in the 2025 Calder Cup Playoffs, who had a successful 2024–25 season, scoring three points in the NHL and excelling in the AHL with 23 goals and a league-leading 14 goals in the playoffs. With a B- grade this season, Karlsson aims to secure a third or fourth-line role with Vancouver, building on his performance as he prepares for the upcoming season. Want More Context? 🔎
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NHL commissioner Gary Bettman has faced criticism for his mixed messages on diversity and inclusion, particularly after joining Donald Trump’s sports council, which opposes transgender athletes participating in women's sports. Despite promoting diversity in the NHL, the league has backtracked on initiatives like Pride jerseys and canceled a career fair aimed at recruiting diverse talent, raising concerns about its commitment to inclusivity. Want More Context? 🔎
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