Matt Layman: Arizona Coyotes GM John Chayka said that Brad Richardson and Christian Dvorak are getting close to being able to practice with the team. They are hopeful for after the break, but they don’t have any expectations yet.
Stars have a Winter Classic opponent
Pierre LeBrun: The Dallas Stars will host the Nashville Predators at next year’s Winter Classic at the Cotton Bowl.
Player tracking
John Shannon: On player tracking that is coming next year: “the NHL will be able to utilize player and puck tracking data for some media, broadcast and promotional uses, as well as limited commercial purposes.