NHL player development seems to always result in more questions than answers. How likely is it for a top pick to pan out? What makes a player a “steal”? Last Word On Hockey is starting a new series on how to properly develop prospects from all different spots throughout the draft. This week’s piece involves draft picks in the back half of the first round and how they were used … [Read more...] about Player Development Of First-Round Picks, Part Four
What do the Chicago Blackhawks do After Three Days of Free Agency?
The 2022 free agent window has been as active as it could be. Most of the big-name contracts are off the board, with some exceptions. Rosters across the league have been shaken up, torn down, or boosted for a playoff run in the coming season. The Chicago Blackhawks, for the first time in a long time, have completely dismantled their roster. Only three players on their books … [Read more...] about What do the Chicago Blackhawks do After Three Days of Free Agency?
Kevin Lankinen Contract Signed, Goalie Carousel Spins Again
The Nashville Predators signed unrestricted free agent goaltender Kevin Lankinen to a one-year contract worth $1.5 million for next season. The contract carries him through the 2022-23 season. The #Preds have signed goaltender Kevin Lankinen to a one-year, $1.5 million contract:https://t.co/MhzMILZYU6 — Nashville Predators PR (@PredsPR) July 14, … [Read more...] about Kevin Lankinen Contract Signed, Goalie Carousel Spins Again
Dylan Strome Signs New Contract
The Washington Capitals signed free agent forward, Dylan Strome, to a one-year contract worth $3.5 million for next season. This contract carries him through the 2022-23 season. Sounds like Dylan Strome to WASH, 1x$3.5M. There was a lot of interest — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 14, 2022 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js Dylan Strome Signs Contract With … [Read more...] about Dylan Strome Signs New Contract
Detroit Red Wings Sign Free Agent Forward
Dominik Kubalik – who finished third in Calder Memorial Trophy voting just three years ago – signed a two-year deal with the Detroit Red Wings today. The Chicago Blackhawks did not send him a qualifying offer earlier this week making Kubalik an unrestricted free agent. The Red Wings will pay Kubalik $5 million, or $2.5 million AAV. UPDATE: The #RedWings today signed left wing … [Read more...] about Detroit Red Wings Sign Free Agent Forward