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Matt Loughlin chats with new assistant GM Dan McKinnon about guys looking to make the jump from the AHL, roster needs, scouting and drafting and more: [NHL]
Hockey Links
Steven Stamkos made a very brief return to the ice but potted a goal as the Lightning rolled over the Stars in Game 3, 5-2. Tampa Bay leads the series 2-1. [TSN]
We’re not far off now. As we zero in on the draft in a couple weeks, here’s Scott Wheeler’s top 100 draft prospect rankings: [The Athletic ($)]
Darren Dreger reports that the Jets are “serious” about potentially trading Patrik Laine and that GM Kevin Cheveldayoff is listening to offers. [TSN]
That is certainly … a trade:
TRADE ALERT!
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) September 24, 2020
The Penguins have acquired defenseman Mike Matheson and forward Colton Sceviour from the Florida Panthers in exchange for Patric Hornqvist.
Details: https://t.co/MBzKdqUm2L pic.twitter.com/ViCD8ZGq6X
NHL teams will be allowed to reopen their training facilities for voluntary workouts on Oct. 15. Players and staff members involved in the workouts have to have a negative COVID-19 test and will be tested twice weekly. [ESPN]
If it’s a two-goalie league, should the Devils be in the market this offseason? There’s certainly some talented guys who will be available this offseason: [The Athletic ($)]
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