Hockey headlines for October 10, 2023

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

After months of waiting, Connor Bedard's NHL journey begins Tuesday night (Chicago Daily-Herald)
Sabres sign defenseman Rasmus Dahlin to 8-year, $88 million contract (Buffalo News)
Mark Scheifele, Connor Hellebuyck locked down for seven more years (Winnipeg Sun)
Maple Leafs say Matt Murray out at least 6-8 months after hip surgery (Toronto Star)
Penguins claim defenseman John Ludvig off waivers from Panthers (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
Calgary Flames claim depth forward A.J. Greer on waivers from Bruins (Calgary Sun)
Avalanche claim goalie Ivan Prosvetov on waivers to set season-opening roster … for now (Denver Post)
Knights unveil Stanley Cup championship rings at special dinner (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Penguins' Sidney Crosby acknowledges parallels with Connor Bedard’s looming NHL debut in season opener (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
How Penguins’ Erik Karlsson went from quitting hockey to an elite defenseman with unique perspective and game (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
How signing Rasmus Dahlin helps Sabres prepare for future contract negotiations (Buffalo News)
What Mark Scheifele, Connor Hellebuyck extensions mean for Jets (Winnipeg Sun)
On eve of NHL season, Kyle Dubas is pumped about Penguins and their prospects (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
‘The game is not changing.’ Leafs GM Brad Treliving talks trades, truculence and what it takes to win the Stanley Cup (Toronto Star)
Same old Islanders? Returnees, Lou beg to differ (New York Newsday)
'It's go time': Sabres determined to take next step in their rise as a contender (Buffalo News)
Kraken go into season opener vs. Golden Knights knowing there are ‘no freebies’ (Seattle Times)
Rangers eager to get new season underway (New York Newsday)
How injuries, salary cap concerns cement 'defence by committee' mantra (Vancouver Province)
Wild’s salary cap space is tight, but there will be room next season (St. Paul Pioneer Press)
The NHL season is starting. The Capitals will be on the golf course. (Washington Post)
Canadiens have to get better on the power play — obviously (Montreal Gazette)
Bruins start youth movement up the middle (Boston Herald)
Rangers’ familiar power-play units come with questions (New York Post)
Expect familiar defensive pairings when the Blues open the season in Dallas this week (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
Ehlers says he’s ready for opener (Winnipeg Free Press)
Roope Hintz, Wyatt Johnston among injured Stars ahead of season opener vs. Blues (Dallas Morning News)
Has Jack Campbell fought his way back to the Edmonton Oilers starting job? (Edmonton Sun)
Lightning confident Jonas Johansson can give them ‘a chance to win’ (Tampa Bay Times)
Golden Knights’ tireless defenseman nears milestones (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Rasmus Andersson focuses on day-to-day leadership with Calgary Flames (Calgary Sun)
Josh Anderson earns spot on Canadiens' No. 1 line to start season (Montreal Gazette)
Rangers’ Will Cuylle could challenge Alexis Lafreniere for top-six role (New York Post)
‘He wasn’t on the radar at all.’ Leafs longshot Fraser Minten cracks opening roster. Nick Robertson among final cuts (Toronto Star)
San Jose Sharks prospect earns early birthday present with NHL roster spot (San Jose Mercury News)
Rookie Matt Coronato scores spot on Flames’ opening roster (Calgary Sun)
Ottawa Senators coach D.J. Smith says going to minors can work out best for players (Ottawa Sun)
Canadiens' Joel Armia clears waivers and is likely headed to Laval (Montreal Gazette)
Lavoie, Pederson put on waivers as Edmonton Oilers face roster pickle (Edmonton Sun)
Stars loan Mavrik Bourque, Logan Stankoven to AHL affiliate, finalize opening night roster (Dallas Morning News)
Isles waive Johnston, reassign Holmstrom ahead of roster deadline (New York Newsday)
All four waived Blues clear, are sent to AHL Springfield ahead of Monday's roster deadline (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
Red Wings come to roster decision, go with one less forward (Detroit News)
Lightning finalize opening-night roster, which has several new faces (Tampa Bay Times)
Sabres' Opening Night roster has no surprises: Zach Benson, three goalies make the team (Buffalo News)
Calgary Flames' opening-night roster takes shape (Calgary Sun)
Devils release 2023-24 opening night roster (NJ.com)
Florida Panthers’ Opening Night roster appears to be set. Here’s the group (Miami Herald)
Flyers announce 23-man NHL roster, place Rasmus Ristolainen on injured reserve (Philadelphia Inquirer)
Injured Maple Leafs defenceman Jake Muzzin moves to scout role, Curtis McElhinney hired as goalie mentor (Toronto Sun)
Chicago Blackhawks aim for stability with new broadcast teams, but they’re also ready to ‘spice it up’ (Chicago Inquirer)
Max Domi on dad Tie walking out with Drake at Toronto concert: 'He deserves it' (Toronto Sun)