Teams across the NHL are trimming their rosters ahead of the regular season, with several players already sent to waivers as training camps wrap up. The league’s shortened preseason has accelerated these decisions, forcing clubs to finalize depth charts before opening night. Waiver moves signal potential trades or releases as teams prioritize their most competitive lineups. Fans and analysts will watch closely to see which players land new opportunities—or face demotion to the minors.

As the NHL’s condensed training camp and preseason continue and the regular season approaches, teams are beginning to make significant cuts to their rosters, including placing players on waivers. Players…