Jack Eichel contract chatter centers on 13-14M, a cap-friendly figure below McDavid and Kaprizov that helps Vegas preserve its Cup window. Luke Hughes lingers in Devils lore as a potential all-Hughes reunion. Erik Karlsson rumors point to Detroit as a likely landing spot. Pavel Zacha attracts Canadiens and Flames interest as a second-line center, with Montreal also eyeing Jayden Struble, Joshua Roy and Oliver Kapanen. Mason McTavish remains on Montreal’s radar as Ducks seek to re-sign him, while Sweeney stays alert and Thanksgiving rumors swirl.