The NHL offseason has featured impactful trades, surprising contracts and a few genuinely shocking moments like the biggest free agent available choosing to sign with the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Some teams aced the offseason test. Other teams… didn't. Here are the report cards for all 32 NHL teams through the first wave of signings, based on the moves they made, the moves they wanted to make and their needs entering the summer.
Note: Kristen Shilton graded teams of the Atlantic and Central divisions, while Greg Wyshynski appraised the Metro and Pacific clubs.
Thanks to CapFriendly for salary and contract data. Advanced stats are from Hockey Reference, Natural Stat Trick and Evolving Hockey.
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