John Tavares made his feelings clear. He says the Maple Leafs looked well off the pace. He calls for a full roster shakeup. Daily Faceoff reported his comments. Montreal have landed Chris Kreider to a one-year deal. Toronto are offering defenceman Nick Blankenburg a tryout. Mike Babcock has accepted a three-year contract with the Oilers, according to reports.
NHL rookie camps are running. The 2026 Rookie Faceoff is now underway. Golden Knights and Canucks fans are watching their prospects there. The event offers younger players a chance to show their skills before the regular season.