By Barry Campbell -
Now the awards have all been handed out, and the General Managers are gathered in one place. Fireworks will commence in 3..2..1...
The stage is set for a very active day leading up to the draft.
Today's walk music is dedicated to General Manager Check Fletcher, who needs to be our soldier in Buffalo. See you all TOMORROW!!!!!!!!
Wild News
Wild GM Fletcher has trade chips to play with - StarTribune.com
Wild GM Chuck Fletcher has been involved in trade conversations for weeks. Fletcher said he feels there's a good chance to "improve the team" via trade at this weekend's draft.
NHL teams know upcoming expansion draft means loss of 'decent assets' - StarTribune.com
Las Vegas was announced as the 31st NHL franchise Wednesday, and next year's draft means every current team will lose one player.
Just like his dad, Kieffer Bellows can score - StarTribune.com
Kieffer Bellows, son of former North Star Brian Bellows, scored 33 goals this regular season for Sioux Falls, the most for a 16-year-old in the USHL Tier I era (since 2002).
Better than Bjugstad? NHL draft prospect Tufte is the pride of Blaine - StarTribune.com
Like another former Blaine High School standout, Riley Tufte wore No.
Minnesota Wild: Expansion Draft First Look
The NHL has voted to allow the league’s first expansion since 2000. This will affect the Minnesota Wild and they will need to start planning for it now.
Off The Trail
Seven NHL storylines to watch this week - Article - TSN
There are way more than 7, but this is a good start
2016 NHL Awards: Complete list of winners - Sportsnet.ca
The NHL Awards are underway in Las Vegas, hosted by actor Will Arnett. Follow along here to get a full list of winners.
NHL Salary Cap Rising for 2016-17 Season
On Tuesday, the NHLPA and the league announced that the NHL salary cap for the upcoming 2016-17 season will rise just under $2 million.
Sabres May Be Willing To Trade 8th Overall Pick For Defense - TSS
Buffalo general manager Tim Murray has said the club would be willing to part with the eighth overall pick if it lands them a young, left-shot defenseman...
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