Paul Hamilton of WGR 550: It is clear that the Buffalo Sabres have overvalued the trade market for defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen, who may not even be protected by the Sabres for the expansion draft.
If the Sabres decide to protect Ristolainen over Will Borgen, the Seattle Kraken would likely select Borgen. If they protect Borgen, the Kraken may look at Colin Miller.
Lots of interest in Hyman who is searching for a big, long-term deal
NHL Watcher: Elliotte Friedman speculates that the Toronto Maple Leafs tried to give Zach Hyman an eight-year deal in an attempt to bring down the salary cap hit.