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Overheard at the 2023 NHL draft: Bedard predictions, Cup picks, trade rumors
The Blackhawks have a new face of the franchise, but that wasn't all that happened in Nashville. Here's what our reporters learned from execs around the NHL.
FREE AGENCY GRADES, REACTION
NHL free agency 2023: Grades for Bertuzzi, Duchene, other big signings
We weigh in on the team fits and contract terms for the top deals of the summer.
Fantasy impact after early wave of free agency
A one-stop shop for fantasy hockey reaction to all the key 2023 NHL player movement via free agency and trade.
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NHL FREE AGENCY
NHL free agency tracker: Live updates on the latest signings
Our updated list features details on every player signed, analysis of those moves and buzz on what could happen next.
NHL offseason trade tracker: Latest deals and grades
Stay up to date with all the swaps this summer, as players are moved around the league ahead of the 2023-24 season.
WHO ACED THE DRAFT?
NHL draft winners and losers: Blackhawks, Blues, USNTDP and ... patience?
While this year's event lacked the furious trades of past years, this will be a franchise-altering draft class for many teams.
FANTASY TAKE
Impact rookies and dynasty keepers from the 2023 NHL draft
Victoria breaks down what fantasy managers need to know after the top prospects have heard their names called on draft night.
TRADE GRADES
NHL trade grades: Kings make a big bet with Dubois trade, extension
The 25-year-old center was traded to L.A., with three players and a draft pick headed back to Winnipeg. How did each GM do?
Why the Toffoli trade is a huge win for the Devils
A high-scoring lineup just added another player capable of 30-plus goals in 2023-24. Here are the grades for both GMs.
NHL trade grades: How the Blackhawks aced the Taylor Hall deal
The former Hart Trophy winner is headed to Chicago to join up with likely No. 1 pick Connor Bedard. We grade both GMs on the swap.
CONNOR BEDARD
'I'm still a kid': Hockey's next superstar Connor Bedard staying grounded
The Vancouver native is enjoying his time before he gets to work altering the future of the NHL franchise that drafts him June 28.
BEST GAMES, KEY MATCHUPS
NHL 2023-24 schedule release: Opening night, All-Star weekend, Bedard's debut among can't-miss games
Time to plan out your hockey-watching calendar for next season. Here are the matchups we can't wait to see -- and some new wrinkles on the way.
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- Kings sign Kopitar to extension through 2025-26
- MacEwen signs 3-year contract with Senators
- Hornqvist, 2-time champ with Penguins, retires
- Tarasenko changes agents during free agency
- Diversity group: NHL 'late to party' on inclusion
- Capitals give Fehervary 3-year contract extension
- Zadina clears waivers, remains with Red Wings
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