32 Thoughts: Dawn rises on a new NHL after summer of change
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Elliotte Friedman
Elliotte Friedman
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Elliotte Friedman joined Sportsnet in June 2014 as an insider and reporter for the network’s national NHL coverage and Hockey Night in Canada. In addition to his on-air role, Friedman regularly contributes to sportsnet.ca, analyzing the latest NHL news in his regular “32 Thoughts” columns.
Salary cap expected to substantially increase for 2028-29
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The NHL gave its first estimate for the 2028-29 salary cap at this week’s Board of Governors meeting, and according to multiple sources, it’s a whopper, reports Elliotte Friedman.
'He's a fighter': Mayich family opens up about son, brother Matthew
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Sources: Senators nearing eight-year contract extension with Drake Batherson
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Just before training camps open, Elliotte Friedman reports the Ottawa Senators are nearing an extension with Drake Batherson, who scored 33 goals last season.
Ducks, Kreider agree to waivers for purposes of contract termination
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According to Elliotte Friedman, it's expected that the Anaheim Ducks and Chris Kreider will agree to put the winger on waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract.
Maple Leafs add Senators great Daniel Alfredsson to coaching staff
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How the Leo Carlsson offer sheet changes everything in the NHL
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Elliotte Friedman writes about how Leo Carlsson's five-year, $90 million offer sheet signed with Philadelphia changes everything about the NHL's salary landscape as the cap soars.
Thoughts and predictions on the NHL off-season
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As the NHL's Signing Season opens on July 1, Elliotte Friedman shares some thoughts and predictions on free agency, the trade market and more to come this summer.
Zach Werenski vetoes trade to Dallas Stars
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Sources: Jason Robertson turns down contract offer from Kraken
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