Fantilli’s rookie season extension talks are quiet as he enters the final year of his entry-level deal, with Pat Brisson indicating no rush and a longer pact possible after another strong year amid a rising cap. A July 1 offer sheet remains a theoretical path. Ottawa still holds Alex Formenton’s rights after his Swiss stint, with a December 1 deadline looming for any NHL return. Separately, McLeod, Dube, Foote and Hart face suspensions and sign-eligibility scheduling, reshaping early-season fantasy value.