Colorado Avalanche prospect Ilya Nabokov is still mulling his future after his KHL contract expires on May 31st, with the decision on whether to join the Avalanche looming. Meanwhile, Winnipeg Jets defenseman Dylan Samberg has emerged as a formidable player, drawing comparisons to Jaccob Slavin. His partnership with Neal Pionk has shown promise against top lines, and with Samberg being a pending RFA, both players share the same agent, indicating a potential long-term deal for Samberg.

In coaching news, Joel Quenneville appears to be the leading candidate for the Anaheim Ducks' head coach position, with strong ties to GM Pat Verbeek. As teams like the New York Rangers and Seattle Kraken show interest, Quenneville's decision could have significant implications for the Ducks' future.