The NHL’s training camp season is underway, with teams assessing rookies, veterans, and free-agent acquisitions as they prepare for the upcoming season. Players are pushing through early-season drills, from on-ice skill work to off-ice conditioning, as coaches evaluate potential lineup spots and depth chart adjustments. Competition for roster spots remains fierce, particularly among younger prospects aiming to make their mark in preseason scrimmages. Meanwhile, veterans look to reclaim form or prove their value after offseason changes, setting the stage for a battle for playing time before the regular season begins.