Sharks: young core, high expectations

The biggest items in this edition are centered on San Jose. According to NHL Media, Ivar Stenberg is expected to make his NHL debut this season in a feature focused on the Sharks’ top prospects. That same official coverage also frames San Jose as a team entering a season with a clear goal: to end its long playoff drought.

NHL Media also says Macklin Celebrini is at the heart of that push. The Sharks are said to be aiming to end a seven-season run without the playoffs, following a more encouraging 2025-26 campaign. The official material also points to several additions to the roster, including Jacob Trouba, Darnell Nurse, Mason Marchment and Michael Kesselring, with the stated aim of strengthening the defense and supporting the younger players. The overall message is that growth from within remains a major storyline.

Sharks: another question for 2026-27

NHL Media offers a second look at San Jose through a set of “3 questions” for 2026-27. One of those questions is whether the young core can take another step forward. The article groups Macklin Celebrini with Will Smith, Collin Graf, Michael Misa, Igor Chernyshov, and defensemen Sam Dickinson and Luca Cagnoni. It also says the Sharks are hoping to eventually become Stanley Cup contenders, while raising questions about the impact Darnell Nurse and Jacob Trouba can have on the blue line.

Dallas: Kiviranta back in the fold

In Dallas, Joel Kiviranta’s return is confirmed by the team. The Stars say he signed a one-year deal this summer after spending three seasons with the Avalanche. This is a straightforward confirmed move, with no ambiguity in the team’s announcement.

Toronto: Rielly remains a rumor topic

Finally, a rumor continues to circle Morgan Rielly in Toronto. According to Daily Faceoff NHL RSS, the organization has not confirmed anything, but all signs point toward a possible trade. For now, this should remain in the rumor category and be treated as conditional reporting, not as a settled fact.

Sources NHL Media Dallas Stars Daily Faceoff NHL RSS

Sources: NHL Media; Dallas Stars; Daily Faceoff NHL RSS.