The National Hockey League schedule remains paused by the COVID-19 pandemic, but that hasn’t stopped the rumor mill churning over off-season free-agent moves and trade candidates. Here’s a look at the past week’s notable chatter.
Assuming the salary cap for 2020-21 remains at $81.5 million, the Edmonton Oilers could require some relief. Cap Friendly indicates they have over $70.4 million invested in 15 players.
Goaltender Mike Smith, defensemen Mike Green and Ethan Bear, and forwards Andreas Athanasiou, Tyler Ennis and Riley Sheahan are among their noteworthy free agents.