It used to be when teams would make the finals, and lose, it could be detrimental to their future success. However, recent history with the likes of the Tampa Bay Lightning or the Florida Panthers, perhaps even the Dallas Stars, does seem to dismiss that notion, and with this signing, the Edmonton Oilers hope so too. Today it was announced that the Edmonton Oilers are keeping around one of their vital depth forwards and awesome penalty killers, as Connor Brown re-signs with the club. The deal is a one-year deal worth $1 million.

The Edmonton Oilers Re-Sign One of their Best Depth Forwards

Toronto, OH

Tyler Bertuzzi will not be returning to the Toronto Maple Leafs after playing one season with the team, according to NHL insider Darren Dreger. Bertuzzi signed a one-year deal worth $5.5 million deal with the Maple Leafs on July 2, 2023. At the end of the season, there was mutual interest in an extension, but Dreger says Bertuzzi won’t be back as he priced himself out of Toronto.

Maple Leafs’ $5.5 Million Forward ‘Priced’ Himself Out Of Toronto: Report

Los Angeles, CA

The next domino in the Lakers’ offseason has fallen. After months of speculation, point guard D’Angelo Russell has formally made a decision on his $18.7 million Player Option next season. Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell’s Decision is Official. Lakers Retain Key Piece. Russell is coming off of...

Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell’s Decision is Official

Miami, FL

Josh Richardson is joining the Miami Heat for his second tenure with the team in 2023-24. That partnership will continue for another season. Shams Charania of The Athletic reports that the 30-year-old will pick up his player option for the 2024-25 season. It is for slightly more than $3 million.

9-Year Vet Picks Up Player Option To Return To Miami Heat

Anaheim, CA

The Toronto Maple Leafs and GM Brad Treliving have made a surprising move by trading the 23rd overall pick to the Anaheim Ducks. The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired picks 31 and 58 in exchange for pick 23 in the draft from the Anaheim Ducks. GM Brad Treliving is no...

Toronto Maple Leafs unexpectedly trade their first round pick

Welcome back to Top Shelf Prospects, the daily column that brings you the next crop of professional hockey players. Each day we brought you a new player profile or topical article in the lead-up to the 2024 NHL Draft. Be sure to bookmark the site, follow Ben Kerr and Frederik Frandsen on Twitter, and spread the word for the site that will bring you analytical and critical profiles and scouting reports! Last Word On Hockey Prospects is your new headquarters for everything “NHL Draft”! We have a complete listing of our draft articles here. Today we bring you our 2024 NHL Draft Grades.

2024 NHL Draft Grades Part 4

Queens, NY

Per Anthony DiComo of MLB, the New York Mets will option starter Tylor Megill to Triple-A following Saturday’s loss against the Houston Astros. New York is in the early stages of playing 17 straight games without an off day. Plus, the bullpen will remain a man short for six more games as closer Edwin Díaz finishes his 10-game suspension.

Desperate For Fresh Arms, The Mets Demote Starting Pitcher

Jacksonville, FL

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Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

Racing in NASCAR puts all kinds of pressure on drivers. So sometimes things can get heated even with teammates. A heated altercation between a pair of Joe Gibbs Racing drivers is making waves in the garage. That appears to be what happened between Aric Almirola and Bubba Wallace in late May.

Altercation Between Aric Almirola and Bubba Wallace, Forces Joe Gibbs’ Hand

Colorado State

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

PREVIEW – It’s the final match day of Group C of the Copa America. The United States play group leaders Uruguay in Kanas City, while Panama play Bolivia in Orlando. It’s effectively a must win for the United States Men’s National Team after a devastating red card against Panama. With some injuries to consider, let’s take a look at a USMNT Uruguay lineup prediction.

USMNT Uruguay Lineup Prediction: A Must Win for the Yanks

After weeks of swirling rumors of Mitch Marner's departure, Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube accidentally confirmed that the Core 4 forward will return to Toronto for another season. Toronto Maple Leafs Core 4 forward Mitch Marner has remained a hot topic in NHL trades for weeks. His name has...

Craig Berube accidentally confirms Mitch Marner will return to Toronto

The Los Angeles Clippers had many moving pieces heading into the offseason. As a result, the Clippers, coming off another disappointing season in 2023-24, probably knew they would have some tough decisions if things worked out the way they wanted with their top two free agents. Before the start of...

Clippers Looking To Move Former MVP After Signing A Pair Of Point Guards, Former NBA Champion Interested

Dallas, TX

The Maple Leafs have consistently been tied to defenseman Chris Tanev in the weeks leading up to free agency. The pending unrestricted free agent is regarded as one of the top blue-liners available on the market and fits a role that Toronto is looking to address. Turns out, the Leafs...

Chris Tanev trade grades: Maple Leafs acquire rights to pending shutdown defenseman from Stars

Tampa, FL

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours on the eve of free agency. We’re nearing the start of a big holiday, but it’s not just Canada Day. The free agent signing period starts on Monday and teams are in full signing mode. It’s not just unrestricted and restricted free agents that can be signed. Once July 1 hits, players entering the last year of their deals can ink contract extensions. This edition of NHL rumours has the Tampa Bay Lightning in talks with one of their key defenders.

NHL Rumours: Tampa Bay Lightning Defenceman Extension Talks

Denver, CO

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A slew of burglaries at Denver cannabis dispensaries have city regulators wondering: Could the same thing happen at psilocybin mushroom therapy centers?. Colorado voters recently decriminalized psilocybin mushrooms for therapeutic use. Soon companies small and large will begin cultivating the mushrooms and so-called “therapy centers” will administer it. In some instances, cultivation and administration will be at one site.

Psychedelic mushroom therapy centers in Denver: A target for burglars?

After four seasons with the New Orleans Pelicans, center Jaxson Hayes signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2023 offseason. Now 24 years old, he agreed to a two-year deal worth about $4.6 million. The second year of that deal is a player option, one that Shams Charania of The Athletic is being told that he will pick up. He will reunite with new head coach JJ Redick as they were previously teammates together in New Orleans.

Lakers Big Man Picks Up Player Option

The summer's top unrestricted free agent isn't going anywhere. The Florida Panthers re-signed star forward Sam Reinhart to a maximum-term eight-year extension, the team announced Monday. The contract carries an $8.625-million AAV, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports. Reinhart's new deal slots him as Florida's third-highest-paid player behind captain Aleksander Barkov...

Panthers sign top UFA Reinhart to 8-year extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced today that the hockey club has re-signed defenceman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year contract. The average annual value of the contract is $3 million. Liljegren, 25, skated in 55 games with the Leafs last season, registering 23 points (3 goals, 20 assists). He added one...

Maple Leafs Re-Sign Defenceman Timothy Liljegren

As trade rumors continue to heat up this Summer, former 7th-overall NHL draft pick Nazem Kadri is reportedly on the verge of being traded by the Calgary Flames. Nazem Kadri had a long stint with the Toronto Maple Leafs. After being drafted by the team 7th overall in the 2009 NHL draft, he played with them for 10 years before being traded to the Colorado Avalanche.

Nazem Kadri reportedly on the verge of being traded by Calgary Flames

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Defenceman Re-signs with Toronto Maple Leafs

Defenceman Timothy Liljegren has signed a new contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Liljegren’s contract will last two years at $3 million per year. There has...

Defenceman Re-signs with Toronto Maple Leafs

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