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Filip Gustavsson Still Recovering From Hip Procedure
Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson (hip) is still rehabbing from offseason surgery, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports. Gustavsson underwent hip surgery in May and has had the entire summer to recover. However, it's unclear whether he will be able to participate in training camp. His availability for the start of the season is also uncertain. If Gustavsson isn't available for action, Jesper Wallstedt would be a busy man early in the campaign. It would also open opportunities for Calvin Pickard, who was snapped up as a free agent in July.
Source: Michael Russo
Source: Michael Russo
Jonas Brodin Available for Training Camp
Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin (lower body) is skating and healthy for training camp, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports. Brodin suffered a lower-body injury during the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, missing Minnesota's final six games. Fortunately for the team, the Swedish veteran has recovered over the offseason and is ready for the new campaign. In 2026-27, Brodin will aim to play more than 62 regular-season games for the first time since 2021-22. He finished last season with 18 points (four goals, 14 assists), 76 SOG, 126 blocks, and a plus-19 rating in 62 outings. His lack of offense and durability issues keep Brodin's fantasy value low.
Source: Michael Russo
Source: Michael Russo
Joel Eriksson Ek Cleared for Training Camp
Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (heel) is healthy for the start of training camp, The Athletic's Michael Russo reports. The Swedish forward dealt with a heel injury late last season, missing Minnesota's final five postseason games. Having him back for the start of the new campaign is great news for the Wild. Eriksson Ek is a strong two-way player who finished last season with 51 points (19 goals, 32 assists), 194 SOG, and 106 hits, and a plus-16 rating in 70 outings. He has averaged 0.57 points and 1.77 hits per game in his NHL career.
Source: Michael Russo
Source: Michael Russo
Christopher Tanev Hopes to Be Available for Training Camp
Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Christopher Tanev (abdomen) is aiming to be available for training camp, David Alter of The Hockey News reports. "I mean, I'm feeling good. We still have to talk to the doctors, I think, in a week or two," Tanev said. "But the plan is hopefully I'm ready to rumble once everything gets going." Tanev's 2025-26 season was almost entirely ruined by health issues, as he skated in only 11 games. His experience and shot-blocking ability are valuable assets for the Maple Leafs. However, Tanev's limited offensive skill set means he's not a great option for fantasy managers.
Source: David Alter
Source: David Alter
Filip Chytil Feels "Good" Entering New Season
Vancouver Canucks center Filip Chytil (face) is healthy entering the new campaign. "I feel good. It was long, since I had [an] offseason since February, so I had a lot of time to focus on certain things, and I think it went well off the ice and on the ice as well," Chytil said on Wednesday after scrimmaging with the team. "I'm ready for [the] season." Chytil has a lengthy history of health issues and suffered a season-ending facial fracture in February. He suited up just 12 times in 2025-26 and will be a new signing for the Canucks this season. Chytil is penciled in for a middle-six role in Vancouver and will likely skate on the second power-play unit.
Source: Vancouver Canucks
Source: Vancouver Canucks
Zeev Buium Lands Eight-Year, $75.04 Million Extension
Vancouver Canucks defenseman Zeev Buium has signed a big contract extension, earning an eight-year, $75.04 million deal. The Canucks have invested heavily in a player they acquired from Minnesota in the Quinn Hughes trade last season. "It's something that we felt strongly in Zeev, in his pedigree, he's a proven winner," Canucks general manager Ryan Johnson said. "This contract isn't about Zeev the player today or tomorrow. It's where we see him in three, four, and five years and so it was something that we felt if both sides could come in agreement and make a commitment to each other, it was something we'd be excited to get done." Buium had his rookie year in 2025-26, recording 26 points (six goals, 20 assists), 73 SOG, 55 blocks, and 28 hits in 76 outings. He must add significantly to his numbers to live up to his new contract, which begins in 2027-28.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Tyler Seguin Skating Ahead of Training Camp
Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin (knee) has been skating this week. This is a good sign regarding his availability for training camp. Seguin has been working his way back from a torn ACL. Due to the knee injury, his 2025-26 campaign ended in early December. He made only 27 appearances for the Stars, recording seven goals and 17 points. Seguin also missed a large portion of the 2024-25 season due to hip surgery. His recent serious health issues may negatively affect Seguin's on-ice performance and fantasy value.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Pierre Engvall Good to Go for 2026-27
New York Islanders left wing Pierre Engvall (ankle) is at 100 percent ahead of the new NHL campaign, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports. The Swedish forward missed the entire 2025-26 season due to hip and ankle issues. Even with him now available, Engvall's future with the Islanders looks uncertain. He hasn't lived up to his seven-year, $21 million contract and spent part of the 2024-25 season in the AHL after being waived. With a healthy lineup, it's hard to see where he would fit.
Source: Stefen Rosner
Source: Stefen Rosner
Kyle Palmieri Looking "Great" Ahead of Training Camp
New York Islanders right wing Kyle Palmieri (knee) has fully recovered from a right ACL tear, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports. "Kyle Palmieri's been skating all summer. He's been here all summer," Islanders general manager Mathieu Darche said Wednesday. "He looks great, fully healthy." Palmieri injured his right knee in late November and played only 25 times in 2025-26. He tallied six goals and 12 assists. It remains to be seen how the injury affects Palmieri's performance. Before tearing his ACL, the veteran forward didn't miss a single game in back-to-back seasons, posting over 100 points.
Source: Stefen Rosner
Source: Stefen Rosner
Semyon Varlamov Ready for Comeback Campaign
New York Islanders goaltender Semyon Varlamov (knee) is healthy and ready for training camp, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports. Varlamov has undergone two knee procedures and hasn't played since Nov. 29, 2024. "He's doing great, actually. It's almost a miracle," Islanders general manager Mathieu Darche said Wednesday. "Well, it's not a miracle because he's really put in the work. He's been back here for at least a month. He's on the ice four to five times a week, no medication, no pain, anything like that." Throughout his 18-year career, Varlamov has been a solid netminder. He will compete with Vitek Vanecek for playing opportunities in 2026-27, with Ilya Sorokin firmly holding the starting role on Long Island.
Source: Stefen Rosner
Source: Stefen Rosner
Jonathan Huberdeau Suffers Setback in Hip Surgery Recovery
Calgary Flames forward Jonathan Huberdeau (hip) has suffered a minor setback in his recovery from hip resurfacing surgery, according to general manager Craig Conroy. "This is a major surgery so he had a little bit of a setback, maybe two weeks ago, with his skating," Conroy said during an appearance on QR770 on Monday. "We just want to make sure we do the right thing for him. If it's to take a little bit more time and have him 100% feeling good about the hip, that's what we're going to do." Huberdeau was shut down early last season, playing his final game on Feb. 4. He finished with 25 points (10 goals, 15 assists) in 50 games. Conroy's update suggests Huberdeau may also miss time at the start of the new campaign.
Source: Daniel Austin
Source: Daniel Austin
Eeli Tolvanen Joins Rangers
Winger Eeli Tolvanen has joined the New York Rangers for the start of the 2026-27 season, signing a one-year, $1.5 million contract. Tolvanen was an unrestricted free agent deep into the offseason and took a major pay cut to continue his NHL career. Previously, he was on a two-year, $6.95 million deal with the Seattle Kraken. Last season, Tolvanen recorded 36 points (12 goals, 24 assists) and 187 hits in 78 outings. Provided he meshes well with his new linemates, Tolvanen may be around the 40-point plateau again this season.
Source: New York Rangers
Source: New York Rangers
Devils Acquire Luke Evangelista
The New Jersey Devils have acquired right wing Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a conditional first-round pick and a second-round pick in the 2028 draft. Despite a very strong 2025-26 campaign, Evangelista apparently had no future in Nashville. The 24-year-old recorded a career-high 56 points (12 goals, 44 assists) in 81 games. Evangelista looks like a great pickup for the Devils, who averaged the sixth-fewest goals in the league last season. He could become an important piece at even strength and on the power play.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Kevin Korchinski Signs Two-Year Deal With Blackhawks
Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Kevin Korchinski has inked a two-year contract extension. He will earn $2.65 million over the next couple of campaigns. Korchinski was a restricted free agent. The Blackhawks have had high hopes for Korchinski, selecting him seventh overall in the 2022 draft. However, he has yet to make a significant mark in the NHL. The 22-year-old has recorded 19 points (six goals, 13 assists) and 109 blocks in 105 career regular-season games. Korchinski saw action in just 13 games for Chicago in 2025-26 and, with the Blackhawks' revamped blue line, looks likely to open 2026-27 as the seventh defenseman.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Cale Makar Agrees to Record Extension
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar has agreed to an eight-year, $163.2 million contract extension, Emily Kaplan of ESPN reports. It's the richest deal in NHL history, making Makar the first player to earn at least $20 million annually. He will have a cap hit of $20.4 million starting in the 2027-28 season. Makar will more than double his current $9 million per year salary. Colorado has seen Makar develop into one of the league's best defensemen, making this raise well earned. The deal includes a full no-movement clause and will keep Makar under contract through the 2034-35 season, when he will be 36 years old.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
