Corey Perry, at 40 years old, is gearing up for another NHL season, expressing his unwavering passion for the game. With an impressive career that includes five Stanley Cup Finals in the last six years, Perry boasts 935 points in 1,392 regular-season games and 137 points in 231 playoff appearances. His only championship came in 2007 with the Anaheim Ducks.

On the contract front, discussions are swirling around John Tavares potentially opting for a longer-term deal at a lower cap hit, similar to contracts signed by Chris Tanev and Yanni Gourde. Meanwhile, the future of Morgan Rielly in Toronto raises eyebrows, especially concerning a possible fit with the Vancouver Canucks.