The opening of free agency is typically an occasion for impulsive decisions and long-term regrets, but NHL organizations were actually rather measured July 1. The Phil Kessel trade ended up stealing most of the headlines, as fair multiyear deals for the likes of Paul Martin and Matt Beleskey were understandable moves that didn't really move the needle.
Even with the likes of Mike Green and Mike Ribeiro having found new homes, there should still be plenty of noise as the first week of NHL free agency unfolds. At this point, there's a lot of value in the form of buy-low former stars who have seen their stocks fade and veterans who could be short-term boosts to contenders.
Taking a look at the latest free-agency buzz, let's predict where a trio of vets could end up next fall.
Oduya Leaving Chicago
Along with Christian Ehrhoff, Chicago's Johnny Oduya is probably the top defenseman available after the first two days of free agency. The 33-year-old has generally been considered unlikely to return to Chicago due to the Blackhawks' salary-cap woes, though this delay does suggest a linger ...
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