With Kirill Kaprizov off the board, Golden Knights center Jack Eichel is now arguably the top pending unrestricted free agent in the 2026 class. In a recent appearance on Daily Faceoff’s The Sheet (video link), David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reported that the hang-up in those conversations appears to be term more than money. Financially speaking, he pointed to the $14MM … [Read more...] about Term Remains Sticking Point In Eichel Talks Which Have Been Slow
Waivers: 10/2/25
There are 22 new names on the waiver wire today, PuckPedia reports. Everyone on the wire yesterday passed through aside from goaltender Pheonix Copley, who’s heading to the Lightning from the Kings. Calgary Flames F Rory Kerins G Ivan Prosvetov D Ilya Solovyov Columbus Blue Jackets D Daemon Hunt Edmonton Oilers D Cam Dineen D Riley Stillman Pittsburgh Penguins D Sebastian … [Read more...] about Waivers: 10/2/25
Max Pacioretty Retires, Joins University Of Michigan’s Coaching Staff
Tuesday: Pacioretty has indeed retired with the University of Michigan announcing that the long-time NHLer has been hired as a special assistant to head coach Brandon Naurato. Pacioretty released the following statement: After 17 seasons in the NHL, I’m excited to begin this next chapter with Michigan Hockey. I’m so thankful for the teammates, coaches and fans who have been a … [Read more...] about Max Pacioretty Retires, Joins University Of Michigan’s Coaching Staff
Latest On Jack Eichel Contract Talks
With today’s news that one of the league’s biggest superstars has elected to sign a record-shattering eight-year contract extension with the Minnesota Wild, leaguewide focus has shifted to other stars currently without a contract for next season, including Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel. Eichel’s camp, which is led by Pat Brisson of CAA, is currently “engaged in … [Read more...] about Latest On Jack Eichel Contract Talks
Evening Notes: Chinakhov, Oilers, Golden Knights, Stevenson
Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reported that Yegor Chinakhov has not been happy with his role of late. The tantalizing 24-year-old has been skating on the Jackets’ fourth line, with no attention on the power play either. When asked about the role, Chinakhov said, “No comment.” Portzline also mentioned Head Coach Dean Evason’s thoughts on the situation. The Jackets’ bench boss … [Read more...] about Evening Notes: Chinakhov, Oilers, Golden Knights, Stevenson