A Bevy of Extensions as Training Camps Begin

Update: 2024-09-20

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The podcast begins with a discussion about the growing use of social media in hockey, with the hosts noting that teams are becoming more creative and pushing boundaries in their online content. They acknowledge that not everyone is comfortable with this trend, but ultimately believe it's what fans want. The hosts then delve into the recent contract extensions signed by Lucas Raymond and Moritz Seider with the Detroit Red Wings, highlighting the importance of these players to the team and the win-win nature of the deals. They also provide updates on the contract negotiations of several other restricted free agents, including Jeremy Swayman, Cole Perfetti, Dawson Mercer, and Nikita Alexandrov, discussing the factors influencing these negotiations, such as injury situations and comparable contracts. The hosts then discuss Sidney Crosby's recent contract extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins, expressing surprise at his decision to stay at a lower cap hit. They also discuss the implications of Crosby's decision for other players and the broader NHL salary cap landscape. The podcast continues with a discussion of Mitch Marner's contract situation with the Toronto Maple Leafs, acknowledging the toxicity surrounding these negotiations and the constant media attention surrounding Marner's future. They highlight Marner's desire to focus on playing and his willingness to negotiate during the season, as long as he's not constantly bombarded with questions about his contract. The hosts then discuss Thatcher Demko's health status and his recent comments about his recovery from injury, highlighting Demko's optimism and his commitment to being ready for the playoffs. They also discuss the Canucks' long-term approach to Demko's recovery and their confidence in their other goalies to handle the early part of the season. The podcast then moves on to discuss the contract situations of Elias Sorokin with the New York Islanders and Jacob Trouba with the New York Rangers, believing that the Rangers are committed to signing Sorokin to a long-term deal, which will likely impact their ability to retain Trouba. They also discuss Trouba's comments about this potentially being his last season with the Rangers. The hosts then discuss Jaromir Jagr's announcement that the upcoming season will be his last, expressing sadness at this news, but also acknowledging Jagr's incredible dedication to the sport and his hometown team. They believe that Jagr deserves to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame immediately. The podcast concludes with a discussion of Kyle Palmieri's retirement from the NHL after winning the Stanley Cup with the Florida Panthers, highlighting Palmieri's impressive career and his positive personality. They also discuss Palmieri's potential future plans, including a possible role in an NHL front office. The hosts then discuss Rogers Communications' acquisition of Bell's stake in Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE), highlighting the significance of this deal, which gives Rogers majority ownership of MLSE. They also discuss the potential implications of this deal for the future of MLSE and its various teams, including the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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