The Dog Days Have Arrived In the 2020 NHL Offseason
There are numerous teams that have little to no salary cap space. Two teams have arbitration hearings scheduled and there is still a group of RFAs needing to be re-signed.
Why Hasn’t An NHL Team Gone The Offer Sheet Route Yet?
There was one offer sheet last season but it was quickly matched. The last successful offer sheet was back in 2007. They are well talked about but rarely executed.
NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks, New York Islanders, LA Kings, Offers Sheets, and Florida Panthers
Canucks increased their offer to Jacob Markstrom. All quiet on the Island. Two possible offer sheet candidate. Hoffman should get plenty of interest. Panthers dangling Yandle?
NHL News and Rumors: Connor McDavid, Matt Niskanen, RFAs, Buffalo Sabres, and Top Offer Sheet Candidates
Connor McDavid tests positive for COVID-19. Sabres start talks with one RFA but not another. Top 10 players could be offer sheet targets this offseason.
New York Islanders GM Lamoriello Will Have His Work Cut For Him This Offseason
New York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello will be busy this offseason trying to re-sign RFAs Mathew Barzal, Ryan Pulock and Devon Toews. With just under $9 million on cap room, they’ll likely need to move some salary out.
NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens, Ottawa Senators, and the New York Islanders
Could the Canadiens buyout Karl Alzner? The Ottawa Senators could move back from the No. 5 slot. The New York Islanders may have to move out salary to re-sign RFAs