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Deen’s Daily: Avs Back At Ball Arena; Fantilli Signs; Zegras’ Obscure Penalty
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The Colorado Avalanche are returning to Ball Arena tonight to take on the Winnipeg Jets in preseason action. Which of their 38 remaining skaters will play? Adam Fantilli signed a contract that will make him among the highest-paid in the NHL. Also, an obscure penalty called against Trevor Zegras puts NHL players on notice.
All that and more on this edition of Deen's Daily — September 25.
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The Avalanche are down to 38 skaters because of one more cut they made on Thursday, ahead of their last two preseason games.
Also Read: Avalanche Send Defenseman to AHL, Reduce Roster to 38
Around The NHL
Adam Fantilli:The Columbus Blue Jackets will have their top center in the lineup on opening night. Adam Fantilli signed a six-year, $13.75 million AAV contract on Thursday to make him one of the highest-paid players in the NHL. Fantilli becomes the 17th player to sign for $12 million or more and the eighth to secure a deal this offseason.
Every NHL player who has signed for $12 million+ AAV. Bold ones signed this offseason.
Of the 17, four of them won the Stanley Cup with the Avalanche in 2022. pic.twitter.com/4usHq3ImR2— Aarif Deen (@runwriteAarif) September 24, 2026
Trevor Zegras:An interesting penalty was called against Zegras in preseason action on Thursday. This one puts all NHL players on notice ahead of the 2026-27 season.
First one I've seen this preseason, but league has indicated it will warn players if equipment — neck guards, visors, helmets (during warmup) — is not being properly worn.
Jerseys are supposed to be untucked at the beginning of a player's shift. (If it rides up during a shift,… https://t.co/95ydRULwlt— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) September 25, 2026
Montreal Hockey Now:The Montreal Canadiens want to acquire another top-six center and are exploring any option they can find on the market.
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Detroit Hockey Now:The Red Wings have another Johansson making a name for himself on the blueline. Will he make the opening-night lineup?
San Jose Hockey Now:The Sharks scored double-digit goals in preseason play against the Anaheim Ducks.
Forever Blueshirts:What's next for the Rangers after a long-term injury to Adam Sykora?
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