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MTPS: NHL Free Agency Predictions Almost Sure to Go Wrong

Brace yourself for head-scratching contracts, some wild trade action, and a whole lot of “WTF” moments as NHL free agency kicks off.

Chip23

01 Jul 2025 — 5 min read

Here's what I know for certain: On July 1, players will change teams. Some fans will be happy, some will be sad, and some will be confused AF about what their general manager is thinking. Other than that, I'm in the dark as much as you are, but, in the immortal words of Al Bundy...

OK, first off - I drafted this a few days ago so kinda a lot has happened since then...I did get one thing right, Nic Roy was sent to Toronto for Marner's signing rights...so I'm calling it a win.

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