Teams across the NHL are trimming their rosters ahead of the regular season, with several players already sent to waivers as clubs finalize their depth charts. The league’s shortened training camp and preseason have accelerated these decisions, forcing some players into uncertain futures. With roster spots at a premium, waiver moves signal the start of a competitive battle for limited opportunities. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see which players land new contracts—or face the possibility of being exposed in the expansion draft.

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…