Patrick Kane and the Blackhawks held a press conference yesterday. [Puck Daddy]. It wasn’t appreciated by most people. [Deadspin], [CBS Chicago], [Sporting News]
Brent Seabrook was named as an alternate captain for the Hawks. [Second City Hockey]. Is a contract extension in the works? [Sports Illustrated]
The Montreal Canadiens have a new captain. [Eyes on the Prize], [CTV]
Jack Johnson may be in some trouble. [The Score]
Have the fences been mended between Joe Thornton and Doug Wilson? [The Hockey News]
What are realistic expectations for Connor McDavid this season? [Oil on Whyte]
Jonathan Huberdeau and the Panthers have agreed to terms on a new contract. [Ottawa Sun]
Bobby Ryan wants to score more goals. [TSN]
Daniel Alfredsson is back with the Senators, as an executive. [Ottawa Citizen]
The Blues have questions heading into camp. [BND]
The Leafs made a trade to bring in speedy Michael Grabner from the Islanders. [Today’s Slap Shot]
Latest from Mike Babcock: [Sportsnet], [Maple Leafs Hot Stove]. And Dion Phaneuf: [Toronto Sun]
A look ahead at training camp in Toronto. [Globe and Mail]
Is there a trade to be made between the Ducks and Lightning? [Pucks of a Feather]
And finally, it’s Darnell Nurse vs. Griffin Reinhart. [Edmonton Journal]