key points from Friedman's 31 thoughts:
https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article...-blue-jackets/
the Seth Jones trade will be a complex transaction because it will basically be a trade and sign deal unless someone is willing to give up a lot for a rental.
BJs have talked to Buffalo about Reinhart. Friedman theorizing Sabres might be targeting Korpisalo or Merzlikins
Friedman thinks Pens bring back Malkin and Letang for next season.
Pens will be looking for a veteran to play with Jarry or a new No 1.
Sabres and Eichel to have a meeting this week after a 12 week rest and recovery after his surgery.
Sabres and Eichel have discussed what their options are if there is still a disagreement about next steps.
Likely outcome is a trade.
Ducks made a big pitch for PLD.
Friedman thinks the Ducks will try and take a big swing at doing something big in the offseason.
Grigorenko has multi year offer from KHL and is likely heading back.
Capitals sent some feelers out for Kuznetsov during the past season to gauge interest.
Another side effect of the static cap is that offer sheet thresholds might be lower than ever