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• “An investigation of San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane over allegations he violated the NHL’s COVID-19 protocols centers around a fake vaccination card he allegedly submitted.” [Front Office Sports]
• According to Darren Dreger, “ongoing discussions and additional access to [Jack] Eichel’s medical file has helped teams with trade interest clearly see his situation. He adds that both the Sabres and Eichel are hopeful a deal can be worked out soon with one of the interested teams.” [TSN]
• Looking to expand its Latino fan base, the NHL is exploring hosting preseason and regular season games in Mexico. [ESPN]
• Alexis Lafrenière is eager for some real bonding time on the road this season with his Rangers teammates. [LoHud]
• A serious shoulder injury could keep Senators forward Colin White out for the season. [Ottawa Sun]
• Josh Ho-Sang has signed a one-year AHL deal with the Toronto Marlies. [Sportsnet]
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• Mika Zibanejad, Victor Hedman, and Gabriel Landeskog are the first three players named to the Swedish Olympic team. [NHL.com]
• Auston Matthews’ wrist, the Stars’ goaltending situation, and other storylines to watch with six days to go until Opening Night. [NBC Sports Edge]
• After a successful PTO, Alex Galchenyuk has signed a one-year, $750,000 deal with the Coyotes. [Five for Howling]
• Kings rookie Quinton Byfield was helped off the ice Tuesday night after suffering a lower-body injury. [CBC]
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