The NHL preseason is coming to a close with a few more games to be played this weekend. Here is what is worth seeing in the world of hockey:
When will the NHL be ready to open in Quebec City? [Montreal Gazette] The Canadian dollar is the largest question mark in Quebec City getting a team. [Las Vegas Review-Journal]
Oleg Yevenko has signed a one-year contract with the Blue Jackets. [Rant Sports]
Oleg Yevenko CBJ
1yr ELC
2015-16 – $650,000 NHL / $70,000 AHL
No signing bonus
No schedule 'A' perf. bonus#CapFriendly— CapFriendly (@CapFriendly) October 2, 2015
The Red Wings bested the Maple Leafs 4-2 in Mike Babcock’s first game back to Detroit; more scores from Friday’s contests. [USA Today]
The Hurricanes defeated the Penguins 2-1 on Friday. [Canes Country] Rookie forward Daniel Sprong was hurt in the contest, but is ok after examination. [Trib Live]
French-Canadian Patrice Bergeron says that Quebec City is extremely excited about a possible NHL franchise. [NESN]
Learn the ins and outs of the Blackhawks waiving Bryan Bickell. [Pro Hockey Talk]
Reports suggest the NHL is not interested in settling the concussion lawsuit. [Fox Sports]
Have you missed the uniform changes and additions from over the summer? Here’s all you need to know. [ESPN.com]
A Swedish hockey league player was penalized for untying an opponent’s skates during a faceoff. [Puck Daddy]
Slava Voynov is reportedly set to sign with a KHL club. [The Score]
Despite trade talks, the Maple Leafs should pass on Travis Zajac. [Today’s Slapshot]
In the NHL 16 simulation, the Wild sweep the Blackhawks in the second round. Change of pace, eh? [Chicago Sun Times]
