Juraj Slafkovský didn’t enjoy the smoothest transition to the NHL in his rookie year, but he’s confident that he’ll improve in 2023-24. [The Score | RDS | Dennik Sport (slovenčina)]
The 2022 first overall pick is looking forward to the potential of rooming with Filip Mesar. [Daily Hive]
Speaking of Mesar, the fellow Slovak has his sights firmly set on the AHL, but hopes to force the Canadiens’ hand at training camp. [Dennik Sport (slovenčina)]
EHC Kloten general manager Larry Mitchell says, in an interview with Neue Zürcher Zeitung, that David Reinbacher will either be with his club or with the Canadiens next season. [Journal de Montreal]
Prep for your next road trip with tips from Johnathan Kovacevic. [Montreal Canadiens]
How will the Boston Bruins replace Patrice Bergeron? [The Hockey News]
Ten NHL players for whom the analytics were off and the lessons learned. [The Athletic]
The NHL’s 10 worst contracts, 2023 edition: Seth Jones, Colton Parayko, and more. [The Athletic]
The Arizona Coyotes have signed forward Logan Cooley to a three-year entry-level contract. [TSN]
In the other big transaction of the day, the Ottawa Senators signed winger Vladimir Tarasenko to a one-year contract worth $5 million. [Sportsnet]
Here’s a look at the 10 players who proved best at maximizing their value, contributing meaningfully for their clubs at the lowest price point. [Sportsnet]
