Colorado Avalanche
Listen, I have felt love for Matt Duchene since I saw how thrilled he was to *not* be drafted because it meant that he could be a member of the Colorado Avalanche…. but this stinks. Yes, it’s optional. But, it’s for charity. Matt Duchene skips Avalanche charity golf tournament amid trade drama. Nikita Zadorov also didn’t show to the event. [Sportsnet]
ECHL Defensman of the Year, Matt Register, returns to the Eagles. [ECHL]
Surprise: Top ten second-year NHLers to watch this season. There is a surprise, it lists a member of the Colorado Avalanche! Awesome. We’ve got our eye on you, Mikko Rantanen. [The Hockey News] The Rest of the Game
Daniel Winnik signs PTO with a team, and he will be joining Ryan Malone. [Twin Cities]
IIHF president says NHL Olympic participation ‘now gone’. You win, Bettman. [CBC]
U.S. Olympic men’s ice hockey team set to have collegiate feel through athletes and coaching staff in PyeongChang. [Team USA]
Some NHL veterans looking to extend their careers as camps open this week. [National Post]
NHL, NHLPA, Panthers, Lightning donate $2.7 million to hurricane relief. Money will be directed throughout Florida to aid those affected by Irma. [NHL]