Kick off your weekend with a Rapid Fire session tuning into the NHL and hockey topics on Wrap Around.
(image caption) Is the Oilers’ GM easing worries about Connor McDavid possibly leaving? By Wrap Around
In this episode, Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, and Adam Kielzenblatt cover a variety of topics:
- 2:00: Response to invites for Hockey Canada’s Olympic Orientation Camp
- 7:40: Future salary cap situation for Toronto Maple Leafs RFA Nick Robertson
- 10:30: The significance of Dylan Samberg’s expansion for the Jets
- 14:30: Nicklas Backstrom’s eligibility for the Swedish Olympic team
- 18:00: Buffalo Sabres goalie Devon Levi’s performance and prospects following his contract extension
- 22:40: Calgary Flames’ Zayne Parekh and his chances to make the roster this season
- 26:40: Whether Oilers GM Stan Bowman’s remarks about Connor McDavid’s upcoming contract lessen concerns over his future with the team or if a trade remains possible
- 31:00: The likelihood of Claude Giroux, David Perron, and Nick Jensen staying with the Ottawa Senators beyond this season
- 32:50: Mackenzie Blackwood’s ability to maintain his performance standards after joining the Colorado Avalanche last season
- 36:50: Potential teams interested in trading for Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Tristan Jarry
- 40:00: The fairness of making drafts uniform regardless of whether prospects play overseas
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Fan Take: This episode dives into crucial player movements and contract negotiations that shape the NHL’s competitive landscape. For hockey fans, staying informed on these developments offers insight into team strategies and future star trajectories, which adds to the excitement and anticipation of the sport’s evolving storylines.
