The NHL’s upcoming season is approaching, with players now reporting to training camps ahead of the start of the regular season. Before hitting the ice for their first practice, however, teams are expected to finalize key roster decisions, including potential trades and contract negotiations. The pre-camp period often brings last-minute adjustments as clubs assess their depth and make moves to strengthen their lineups. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how squads shape up before the season officially begins.

The 2026-27 NHL regular season is right around the corner, meaning players are starting to report to their respective training camps. Prior to the first practice of training camp, though,…