Brock Nelson faces a pivotal decision regarding his future with the New York Islanders as he approaches free agency. At 34, he’s contemplating the team’s potential to contend for the Stanley Cup, a critical factor in his upcoming decision. Meanwhile, his counterpart, Brad Marchand, is vocal about his desire to remain with the Boston Bruins, emphasizing the importance of the team's winning culture and his loyalty after years spent in Boston.

The Seattle Kraken are also in the spotlight as teams reportedly express interest in acquiring Jared McCann. However, the Kraken are not initiating discussions; rather, they're fielding inquiries from other teams about the possibility of a trade.