Nazem Kadri believes that he should get the chance to make the Olympic team of Canada, Marc-Edouard Vlasic is not happy that he is bought out by the Sharks, an update about Flyers Vooruit Tyson Foerster, and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines.
Athletics: Calgary Flames Center Nazem Kadri recently told Julian McKenzie that he believes that he deserves a chance to make the Olympic men’s hockey team from 2026 from 2026.
Calgary Flames Center Nazem Kadri (NHL images).
‘I think I have certainly proven in recent seasons that with my statistics and the winning pedigree, “said Kadri.” I think it speaks for itself. ”
Kadri was omitted from the 42-man orientation camp schedule. The Olympic schedule will be completed at the beginning of 2026.
Note from Spector: A strong performance this season could give Kadri a place in the team, especially if injuries strike before the tournament.
The Mercury News: Marc-Eduard Vlasic is dissatisfied with how his 19-seasons of 19 seasons with the San Jose Sharks ended this year.
The 38-year-old defender had the impression that he would return for the last season of his contract in 2025-26 after what he claimed was a positive exit interview. Instead, they informed him at the end of June that they bought him.
Vlasic is not considering retired. He hopes to land with another NHL team this season.
Note of the Spector: Age and injuries led to a decrease in the performance of Vlasic and a reduction in his playing time in the past three seasons. At the time of the Buy -Out recognized Sharks General Manager Mike Grier that it was a difficult decision, but they had to free up a schedule to improve their defense corps. He claimed that Vlasic handled the decision well.
NBC Sport Philadelphia: Flyers General Manager Daniel Briere said last week that winger Tyson Foerster should be ready for the start of the season. The 23-year-old recovered from an operation to tackle an infection due to an injury during the 2025 world championships.
‘Everything looks good now, “said Briere.
Note from the Spector: a healthy forster will be crucial for the flyers this season. He became second in the club with 25 goals as a second-year student in 2024-25.
TSN: Utah Mammoth Prospect Caleb Desnoyers underwent wrist surgery last week and will be sidelined for 12 weeks. The 18-year-old attacker was generally selected by the Mammoet in the NHL design of 2025.
Note from the Spector: that will influence the chances of desnoyers to crack the gigantic selection this season. In all likelihood, he was planned to return to the Qmjhl before he sustained the injury.
Sporty: NHL commissioner Gary Bettman joined his NFL, NFL, NFA and MLB colleagues last week to meet members of the House Judiciary Committee with regard to the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961, in particular with regard to Black -out rules.
Note from the Spector: Stick Tap “George O” for the link. Time will learn whether this leads to a meaningful change in the SBA.
The athletics: Billionaire financier Tom Dundon and a group of investors reached an agreement last week to buy the Portland Trailblazers from the NBA. Dundon is the owner of the Carolina Hurricanes.
The sale of the trail blazers is not yet final. There is some concern in Portland that the group could move the franchise to another city. Dundon and the spokesperson for his hurricanes did not respond to questions about whether he intends to keep the team in Portland.
Tampa Bay Times: The name of the home location of the Lightning will change from Amalie Arena to Benchmark International Arena.
Ottawa Sun: The senators announced last week that they will maintain their AHL branch in Belleville until the 2029-30 season.
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