The off-season is heating up in the NHL as the St. Louis Blues make notable moves, including trading Zack Bolduc to the Montreal Canadiens for Logan Mayhew, a deal which ignited discussions about the team’s future. The Blues’ general manager Doug Armstrong expressed long-term interest in Mayhew, indicating potential for a bright future despite the loss of Bolduc's promising talent.

The New York Rangers are retooling, moving on from Chris Kreider while securing star defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov. The roster changes reflect an effort to optimize their chances for a successful season, with new coach Mike Sullivan expected to reshape team dynamics.

Meanwhile, the Anaheim Ducks' busy off-season saw them lock in goaltender Lukas Dostal long-term, a strategic move to bolster the team’s core. Additionally, the hiring of seasoned coach Joel Quenneville aims to guide the Ducks through a promising rebuild as they seek playoff contention.