Orca Wiesblatt, 25, of the Allen Americans, died in a weekend vehicle crash in Canada. Signed in August, he previously starred for Athens Rock Lobsters (42 points: 17 goals, 25 assists). Wiesblatt began pro hockey with Pensacola Ice Flyers in 2023-24. His brother Ozzy Wiesblatt, drafted by the Sharks in 2020, made his NHL debut last season with the Nashville Predators. Allen will tribute him Oct. 24 vs Kansas City Mavericks.

Nashville’s Luke Evangelista is drifting toward a two- to three-year deal, with a missed camp shading the negotiation for both sides and a possible shift in his early role. Edmonton’s goalie situation remains unsettled; no Kostin re-engagement and no PTOs on the horizon. Carter Hart’s next destination is likely U.S.-based, while Vancouver doubles down on on-ice prep as the season looms.

Columbus and Ottawa linger in rumors, and the Oilers’ goaltending path could reshape rosters across the league. Monitor camp reports, line combos, and power-play time closely for fantasy implications across the landscape.

Adrian Kempe wants to stay with Los Angeles and isn’t rushing a contract extension, signaling a likely continued top-six and power-play role if talks settle long-term. Jason Robertson’s pace is calmer, with a year left, keeping Dallas’ scoring firepower intact for now. Luke Evangelista’s Nashville talks remain unsettled, hinting at more ice time if a deal lands. Roslovic’s future is murky, while Leafs and Canucks loom as broader catalysts for potential roster shifts that could ripple through fantasy lineups as camp approaches.