Lyle Richardson

4 days ago | bleacherreport.com | Lyle Richardson

We admit it's unlikely that John Tavares will sign with the Montréal Canadiens if he and the Toronto Maple Leafs fail to agree to a contract extension by July. However, you've got to admit it would be a swerve that no one expects. Tavares is completing a seven-year contract with the Leafs worth an average annual value of $11 million. He turns 35 on Sept.

5 days ago | thehockeynews.com | Lyle Richardson

5 days ago | sports.yahoo.com | Lyle Richardson

The St. Louis Blues head into their off-season with management facing decisions regarding two key players. Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic believes they must decide whether Jordan Kyrou fits into their long-term plans before his no-trade clause kicks in on July 1. AdvertisementThe 27-year-old right winger had one of his best all-around seasons, netting 36 goals and 70 points.

6 days ago | bleacherreport.com | Lyle Richardson

The NHL's annual draft lottery was held on Monday at NHL Network Studios in Secaucus, New Jersey. For the first time, the draw was held live in-studio, allowing viewers to see the results at the same time as the 16 lottery participants. The lottery balls bounced in favor of the New York Islanders in the first draw, who moved up from 10th to first overall. They will have several options to choose from among this year's prospects.

6 days ago | thehockeynews.com | Lyle Richardson