The NHL rumour mill is heating up, and Jeff Marek and David Pagnotta are back with the latest on DFO Insider! Alex DeBrincat has signed a massive $91 million extension with the Detroit Red Wings, but what does that mean for the futures of Dylan Larkin and Simon Edvinsson?

Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens continue searching for a blockbuster move, and the Connor Hellebuyck situation in Winnipeg could be approaching a turning point. What happens if he returns to the Jets?

The Insiders also dive into Will Smith's contract negotiations with the San Jose Sharks, mounting pressure on the winless Philadelphia Flyers and Los Angeles Kings, and whether changes could be coming for either organization.

Plus, the latest on the New York Rangers' goaltending situation following Igor Shesterkin's season-ending injury, Chris Tanev's injury in Toronto, and Rick Bowness' strong comments in Columbus.

We finish with Dave's best bets presented by bet365.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:25 – Alex DeBrincat Signs a 7-Year, $91 Million Extension With Detroit

03:29 – Latest on Simon Edvinsson and the Red Wings’ Contract Negotiations

05:43 – The Deadline Facing Edvinsson and Detroit’s Trade Options

07:52 – Could Dylan Larkin End Up in Montreal? Canadiens Fans Make Their Feelings Known

11:24 – Canadiens Hunting for a Superstar: Kent Hughes’ Trade Targets

14:57 – Jacob Fowler’s Strong Start: Could Montreal Keep Three Goaltenders?

18:22 – Connor Hellebuyck Set to Miss His First Payday: What Happens Next?

21:54 – Hellebuyck’s Potential Return to Winnipeg and Possible Suspension

24:11 – Why the Jets Need an A+ Return in a Hellebuyck Trade

27:54 – Will Smith’s Next Contract: Could the Sharks Face Another Offer Sheet?

32:45 – Flyers’ Brutal Start: What Can Danny Brière Do to Turn Things Around?

37:08 – Travis Konecny, Owen Tippett and the Flyers’ Trade Possibilities

38:32 – What’s Going Wrong With the Los Angeles Kings?

42:09 – Rick Bowness Calls Out the Blue Jackets: Will His Tough Love Work?

48:43 – Chris Tanev Injured: Does Toronto Need to Make a Move on Defence?

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On Episode 2 of DFO Insider Jeff Marek & David Pagnotta talk about all the buzz around the NHL. With major questions surrounding the Detroit Red Wings and Simon Edvinsson, Connor Hellebuyck’s ongoing holdout, and Alexander Nikishin’s uncertain future in Carolina.

Plus, the latest trade chatter around Zach Whitecloud, Alex Ovechkin’s final season, and several moves and rumours making waves around the NHL.

We finish with Dave's best bets presented by bet365.

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Welcome to Season one, episode one of DFO Insider featuring Jeff Marek and David Pagnotta.

Today the guys cover the latest NHL trade and contract buzz, including the blockbuster sending Matthew Knies to Columbus for Kirill Marchenko, the latest on Alexander Nikishin and several key extensions around the league.

Plus, a look at the latest on Connor Hellebuyck, Simon Edvinsson and whether Jesper Wallstedt could be the first goaltender ever offer sheeted come July 1st

We finish with Dave's best bets presented by bet365.

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The NHL's salary landscape has officially changed.

Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek break down Cale Makar's massive $20.4 million AAV extension with the Colorado Avalanche, the new benchmark it creates for NHL superstars, and what the deal could mean for the next wave of contracts, including Quinn Hughes and Adam Fantilli.

The guys debate whether players should be expected to take less money to help their teams win, how rapidly the NHL salary cap is rising, and what a potential $150 million salary cap could mean for superstar contracts in the future.

Then, the conversation turns to two of the NHL's biggest trade situations: Connor Hellebuyck and Dylan Larkin. Hellebuyck has publicly requested a trade from Winnipeg, but with no deal completed yet, what is holding things up? The guys discuss his market, Winnipeg's options and whether Hellebuyck could still be with the Jets when training camp opens.

They also break down the complicated situation surrounding Dylan Larkin and the Detroit Red Wings, including the team's search for a new general manager, Larkin's limited trade destinations, his captaincy and whether Detroit should wait for its new GM before making a franchise-altering decision.

Plus, Jason and Jeff debate whether NHL rivalries are being underutilized, why the league should schedule more rivalry games and how creating more meaningful matchups could help increase fan engagement.

The episode also features Buy or Sell, including Quinn Hughes' next contract and whether the Washington Capitals have done enough to become legitimate Stanley Cup contenders, plus Brady Tkachuk's expected impact with the Florida Panthers.

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Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp return for another Daily Faceoff Rundown, breaking down the biggest NHL offseason storylines with training camp just around the corner.

The guys take a look at the remaining NHL free agents looking for contracts, including Patrik Laine, Vladimir Tarasenko, Riley Smith, David Perron and Adam Henrique. Could Patrik Laine be a fit with the Tampa Bay Lightning, New York Islanders or Philadelphia Flyers? With his power-play ability still one of his biggest weapons, where is the best landing spot for the former 40-goal scorer?

They also examine the Anaheim Ducks' offseason and whether their blue line is good enough to make another playoff push after losing veteran defensemen Jacob Trouba and Radko Gudas. Could Logan Stanley be a fit for Anaheim as the Ducks look to add some size and experience on defense?

Plus, the guys discuss Connor Ingram and the remaining goaltenders available on the free-agent market, the new NHL preseason schedule and its impact on veterans and players fighting for roster spots, and why the shortened preseason could change the way teams approach training camp.

The Rundown also takes a look at NHL betting projections, including the Vancouver Canucks' 74.5-point total, the race to win the Eastern and Western Conferences, and Patrick Kane's projected goal total in his return to Chicago.

Finally, Gregor and Rupp discuss whether the Florida Panthers can bounce back after an injury-filled season, why the Edmonton Oilers should be one of the NHL's biggest regular-season bounce-back teams, and what to expect from the New Jersey Devils under new GM Sunny Mehta.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro / Summer Talk

05:14 - NHL Preseason Changes

09:30 - Remaining Free Agents

12:30 - Defensemen Still Available

15:15 - Tarasenko, Laine & Others

26:00 - Summer Check-In

39:45 - Fill in the Blank

47:50- Florida Panthers

50:00 - Edmonton Oilers

52:00 - New Jersey Devils

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Should NHL stars take every dollar they can, or leave money on the table to help their teams win? Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek dive into one of hockey's biggest offseason debates as they discuss the NHL salary cap, player contracts, and whether stars like Connor McDavid, Macklin Celebrini, and future superstars should ever accept discounts.

The guys also discuss Morgan Rielly's future with the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Canadiens' situation with Arber Xhekaj, free agent goaltenders still searching for contracts, the growing conversation around NHL expansion into Europe, and why several NHL teams are abandoning dedicated radio broadcasts.

Plus, thoughts on the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, the next generation of NHL prospects, Columbus Blue Jackets contract questions and Bill Daly's comments on the NHL's "inevitable" expansion to Europe.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

01:30 - Salary Management

25:45 - Owner Involvement

28:15 - Halinka Draft Importance

36:15 - Buy or Sell?

47:50 - Marchenko’s Future

51:20 - The Importance of Radio

58:50 - Bill Daly + Europe Expansion

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Jason Robertson finally has a contract, but does that mean everything is back to normal in Dallas? Irfaan Gaffar and David Pagnotta break down the Stars forward's one-year deal, why a long-term extension doesn't appear imminent, and why there may still be lingering tension between Robertson and the organization. They also dive into the Columbus Blue Jackets' contract situation, what's next for the Detroit Red Wings organization, and how offer sheets are continuing to reshape the NHL landscape.

The guys also discuss the latest surrounding Connor Hellebuyck and the Winnipeg Jets, contract negotiations involving Arber Xhekaj, Will Smith, and Macklin Celebrini, plus where things stand with Cutter Gauthier and the Anaheim Ducks. It's another packed summer edition of DFO Insider Edition with all the latest news, rumours, and contract updates from around the NHL.

🕐 CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

01:12 - Robertson signs

03:42 - What's next in Detroit?

06:33 - Columbus Blue Jackets

11:14 - Connor Hellebuyck

13:56 - Arber Xhekaj

16:30 - Sharks waiting on Cutter Gauthier deal

19:37 - Dave's quick hitters

20:26 - Outro

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Steve Yzerman is out as General Manager of the Detroit Red Wings, creating one of the biggest NHL storylines of the summer. What led to the surprising front office change, and what does it mean for Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, and the future of the Red Wings?

Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp break down Detroit's next steps, discuss Jason Robertson's looming arbitration hearing with the Dallas Stars, and explain why his next contract could have ripple effects across the NHL. The guys also dive into Leo Carlsson's massive offer sheet, how the rising salary cap is changing player negotiations, and why blockbuster contracts are only going to become more common.

Plus, the latest on Connor Hellebuyck and whether the Winnipeg Jets star could still be on the move before the start of the NHL season, the NHL's new centralized broadcast production plans, Jet Greaves' arbitration case, training camp changes with the new 84-game schedule, and another edition of Fill in the Blank.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

00:35 - World Cup Final & Sports Atmosphere

08:10 - Steve Yzerman Steps Down in Detroit

15:25 - Ducks Match Leo Carlsson

20:35 - Why NHL Contracts Are Changing

29:35 - Jason Robertson Arbitration

32:00 - NHL Productions Expands Local Broadcasts

40:25 - Jet Greaves Arbitration

44:10 - Fill in the Blank

52:55 - 84-Game Schedule & Shorter Preseason

56:30 - Connor Hellebuyck's Future

58:10 - Will We See Another Big NHL Trade?

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