There were nine head coaching hires in the offseason,. Some of them were splashes, while others went under the radar and are uneventful.
For the sake of argument, let’s say one the other goaltenders steps in and beats out Connor Hellebuyck for the Vezina Trophy in 2025-26.
Last season, there were only six players with 100 points and one with 50 goals. So, it’s rare air these days but a few players can hit those marks for the first time in their careers.
The NHL Offseason is in the dog days. Now is a good time to look back and see how each team has did so far this summer.
Pressed by the salary cap, Jim Nill sent veteran defenseman Matt Dumba to Pittsburgh. The team also hired David Pelleiter to round out the coaching staff.
Dallas Stars 2025 Development Camp in Frisco ran from June 29 to July 3. All of the Stars’ 2025 draftees attended.
Now 53, Gulutzan has gained a lot of experience since his first go-round in Dallas (2011-23). He’s been in the NHL continuously over the last 12 years.
The 35-year-old Benn accepted an incentive-laden one year contract to remain in Dallas.
Mason Marchment has a 10-team no-trade clause. Meanwhile, Jim Nill had to act quickly after the Matt Duchene extension. Dallas isn’t done yet Expect more turnover.
Duchene had a career-best regular season 2024-25. However, he struggled in the playoffs.
