Utah's MacKenzie Weegar shared his thoughts after a wave of American NHL players announced they were looking to leave Canadian teams, citing homesickness and family concerns. Weegar said the trend was “a bit unfortunate,” noting that the league’s international appeal and the quality of Canadian play had been a major draw for many athletes. He added that the exodus could hurt the league’s reputation and create a talent gap, especially for teams that rely on North American talent. The comments come amid growing scrutiny of how the NHL handles player welfare and cross‑border logistics.

Utah's MacKenzie Weegar reacts to American players seeking trades out of Canada: 'It’s a bit unfortunate'  Fox News