Evan’s NHL Daily: Sidney Crosby Day, Draisaitl Extension Update

It’s 8/7, which could also be known as Sidney Crosby Day in the NHL world. Does that mean the contract extension everyone has been expecting him to sign this summer is going to get done? Or will this drag on even longer, keeping hope alive for Avalanche fans that he could end up in Denver on a line with Nathan MacKinnon someday?

While Colorado fans wait on a Mikko Rantanen extension to get done, Edmonton fans are waiting to see what will happen with Leon Draisaitl. On Tuesday, their new GM gave an update on where contract talks are currently at.

Colorado Hockey Now

After signing Oliver Kylington on Monday, the Avalanche are now seven or eight deep on defense, depending on what you think about Sam Malinski. They’ll have options, and one might be trading a defenseman for a forward, but I’d hold off on that for a bit until we see a lot more, especially if the guy that could be on the move is Sam Girard.

News And Rumors

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Penguins fans have been waiting for 8/7 because they believe that’s the day that Sidney Crosby will sign his contract extension, assuring that his career ends in Pittsburgh. That’s not a guarantee to happen, at least not today, as it sounds like fans might be waiting a little longer for a Sidney Crosby extension.

NHL.com: Speaking of extensions, Leon Draisaitl could reset the market for NHL stars when he signs his deal. Will it be in Edmonton or will he wait it out until free agency? Here’s an update on Draisaitl contract talks.

San Jose Hockey Now: Yesterday was the one year anniversary of the Erik Karlsson trade. How did it turn out for the San Jose Sharks?

Montreal Hockey Now: This article very much has summer vibes to it, as Canadiens fans are very excited about Lane Hutson.

Buffalo Sabres: How has Buffalo done this summer? Ranking the offseason moves from the Sabres.

Washington Hockey Now: They might have been one of the worst NHL playoff teams ever, but things are looking up in the second season behind the bench for Spencer Carbery.