Lane Hutson’s dad made some pretty strong comments about USA Hockey this week. Also, five names the Avalanche should target for a PTO and a set date for the 2026 NHL trade deadline.
All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — September 7.
Colorado Hockey Now
The NHL trade deadline has been set for March 6. The Avs will play on that day, taking on the Dallas Stars on the road while doing business ahead of their playoff run.
But before the postseason and the trade deadline comes training camp. And PTO season is upon us as names continue to get taken off the board by other teams. Here are some targets for the Avs to bring in on a camp invite.
READ MORE: 5 Free Agents the Avalanche Should Target on a PTO
Around The NHL
Montreal Hockey Now: Lane Hutson was not invited to USA Hockey’s orientation camp in late August ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics. This in itself was surprising. But even more so when you see some of the other invites like young Alex Vlasic and Jackson LaCombe, and an older but less skilled Neal Pionk.
Hutson’s father, Rob, who is a hockey coach himself, had some pretty strong remarks about his son being left off that long list. Could playing for Canada someday be an option? Or is it simply just an empty threat.
New Jersey Hockey Now: Teams the Devils could target for a trade later in the season.
Florida Hockey Now: Where NHL Network has the Panthers ranked going into the new season.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Are the Penguins one of the softer teams in the league? According to one study, yes. But they’re among some pretty elite company.
