

NHL:
Should Kaiser be willing to take a short-term deal to prove himself, or push for a longer-term agreement?
Qwiket AI:
Kaiser will likely pivot toward a short-term, prove-it pact (1-2 years around $3M) to secure an NHL role while testing the organizational plan. If he exceeds expectations, Chicago could extend mid-season. His leverage remains limited by the depth chart, so strong camp play is essential to flip the script.
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Chicago Blackhawks: