There will likely be extra NHL growth ultimately
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: NHL deputy commissioner Invoice Daly stated that “on the acceptable time.”
The Seattle Kraken and Vegas Golden Knights have proven that there’s a mannequin that may make growth groups aggressive straight away however nothing is imminent. Although it might make sense to tie growth to new CBA, Daly says they aren’t related.
“I don’t assume the 2 are related at the moment,” Daly replied. “I don’t assume that’s how we view it or are approaching it. It should occur when it’s able to occur.”
There’s a most variety of workforce league envisions, however at the moment they aren’t certain what that quantity is.
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Joe Smith and Shayna Goldman of The Athletic: Although he’s had his title within the rumor mill, it seems that Filip Gustavsson will likely be again subsequent season. Additionally they have Marc-Andre Fleury and prospect Jesper Wallstedt. Wallstedt may see some NHL time, partially or in entire.
“We’re nonetheless fairly versatile on that,” Guerin instructed The Athletic. “It could possibly be a scenario the place it’s like a hybrid.”
They could possibly be taking a look at 40 video games for Fleury this yr in his closing NHL season. Former NHL goalie Craig Anderson stated it’s a bizarre dynamic operating three goalies, and Wallstedt will not be comfortable within the minors however….
“When you’re going to journey Fleury and Gus, it is advisable bury (Wallstedt) within the minors. The agent goes to be pissed. The cash aspect of issues goes to be pissed. However that’s going to springboard him right into a beginning position higher than being a second, third man, getting a spot begin, working towards daily.”
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GM Invoice Guerin and his employees will weigh the advantages of doubtless having restricted NHL minutes or being a No. 1 within the AHL.
