In a recent article from Todd Cordell of Infernal Access, he opines that the New Jersey Devils should look to move on from veteran winger Ondřej Palát this offseason. Whether through a buyout or trade, Cordell believes the salary cap savings could be better used to improve other areas.Cordell’s argument is credible. Palát is making $6MM in 2025-26 and 2026-27 with a full … [Read more...] about An Argument For Buying Out Ondřej Palát
Berard Withdraws From World Championship
Rangers forward Brett Berard has withdrawn from Team USA’s roster at the Worlds, relays Mollie Walker of the New York Post. The injury is believed to be a minor one and he’s expected to have a full offseason of preparation and be ready for the start of training camp in the fall. The 22-year-old made his NHL debut in late November and got into 35 games with the big club, … [Read more...] about Berard Withdraws From World Championship
Islanders To Interview Jarmo Kekalainen For GM Position
Several candidates have interviewed or will soon be interviewed for the Islanders vacant general manager position including Ken Holland, Marc Bergevin, Mathieu Darche, and Kate Madigan. There’s at least one more candidate for the spot as Arthur Staple of The Athletic reports (subscription link) that former Columbus GM Jarmo Kekalainen is also expected to interview for the job … [Read more...] about Islanders To Interview Jarmo Kekalainen For GM Position
Stefan Matteau Announces Retirement
Longtime minor-leaguer Stefan Matteau has retired, the AHL’s Cleveland Monsters announced Monday. Matteau, 31, had spent the last two seasons on AHL deals with the Blue Jackets’ affiliate. Injuries limited him to only four goals and 13 points in 30 games during that time, but he did dress as the team’s captain when healthy in 2024-25 and contributed seven points in 15 … [Read more...] about Stefan Matteau Announces Retirement
K’Andre Miller Undergoes Surgery
It was a bit of a tough year for Rangers defenseman K’Andre Miller. Unfortunately for him, his offseason hasn’t gotten off to a good start either. Mollie Walker of the New York Post relays that the blueliner recently underwent surgery to repair an upper-body injury sustained late in the season. His initial plan was to rehab the injury and avoid going under the knife but he … [Read more...] about K’Andre Miller Undergoes Surgery