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Doughty was named the Kings' 15th captain in franchise history Wednesday.

Doughty is in the homestretch of his career, but he will get a little time as the captain following Anze Kopitar's retirement. Doughty should still see top-four minutes in 2026-27. He has been limited to 40 points over 102 regular-season games in the last two years combined following a pair of 50-point campaigns before that. He is eligible for unrestricted free agency in 2027, and while negotiations aren't expected during the year, Doughty and the Kings are expected to get a new deal done before he ever gets to the market.

Levi will be given every chance to win the No. 1 job in goal during the preseason, Janson Duench of The Athletic reports Wednesday.

Levi was acquired from the Sabres on July 1. While Frederik Andersen (undisclosed) will miss the start of the season, Levi and Tristan Jarry will battle for the top job in goal. Levi will have to earn it, given Jarry's experience, but the former has the upside of youth to help him make a case. Keep a close eye on Edmonton's crease early in the season, as a strong start to the year could help Levi maintain his playing time once Andersen is back.

The Oilers expect Jarry to bounce back after he struggled following a lower-body injury in 2025-26, Janson Duench of The Athletic reports Wednesday.

Jarry is the middle ground in the Oilers' three-man goalie group, which includes the experienced Frederik Andersen (undisclosed) and the young Devon Levi. Regarding the injury last year, Jarry said, "I just didn't really feel like myself. So coming off a full summer to be able to help that, strengthen that, I think it'll be a lot better for me." General manager Stan Bowman is counting on Jarry to bounce back, but the No. 1 job in Edmonton's crease remains up for grabs heading into training camp.

MacEachern (undisclosed) is listed as injured on the Canucks' training camp roster released Wednesday.

MacEachern was unlikely to make the Canucks' roster out of camp anyway, and the injury will make that more of an uphill climb. Once healthy, expect the 32-year-old to spend most of the campaign with AHL Abbotsford, assuming he clears waivers.

Jenik (undisclosed) is designated with an injury on the training camp roster the Kings released Wednesday.

It's unclear what Jenik is dealing with at this time. The 26-year-old forward was dealt to the Kings in March in a minor-league trade, and he's expected to spend most or all of 2026-27 in the AHL with Ontario. He had 17 points in 43 regular-season AHL games last year.

Bratt was named an assistant captain for the Devils on Wednesday.

Bratt has worn an 'A' before, but this solidifies his place in the Devils' leadership group. The 28-year-old has been a success story for the team since he was a sixth-round selection in 2016. While he had a bit of a down year in 2025-26 with 22 goals and 49 assists over 82 games, with 71 being his lowest point total in five years, he's poised to play a strong all-around role in 2026-27. He has 80-point potential if he can bounce back.

Voronkov (hand) is ready for the start of training camp, the team announced Wednesday.

Voronkov didn't play in Columbus' final eight games last year due to the injury. He had 17 goals, 32 points, 59 PIM and 105 hits in 63 regular-season appearances in 2025-26. Voronkov is slated to open the upcoming season in a middle-six role.

Glendening signed a professional tryout agreement with the Lightning on Wednesday.

Glendening played for the Lightning in the 2023-24 and 2024-25 seasons. In 70 regular-season appearances between New Jersey and Philadelphia last year, he recorded two goals, seven assists, 97 hits, 53 blocked shots and eight PIM while averaging 10:32 of ice time per game. Glendening hasn't had a significant offensive impact in recent years. Still, he could push for a roster spot since Yanni Gourde (hip) and Dominic James (hand) are expected to miss the start of the regular season.

Reaves has announced the end of his playing career, per Chris Johnston of The Athletic on Wednesday.

Reaves is hanging up his skates after playing in 962 career NHL regular-season games in which he recorded 66 goals, 140 points, 1,137 PIM and 3,225 hits. He had three goals and 37 PIM in 50 regular-season outings with San Jose last year. The Sharks marked the seventh team he played for in his 16-year NHL career that also included stints with St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Vegas, the Rangers, Minnesota and Toronto.

Quinn drew praise from head coach Lindy Ruff on Wednesday ahead of training camp, Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic reports.

Quinn appeared in all 82 regular-season games last year and put together a career-best performance with 20 goals, 31 assists, 52 hits, 25 blocked shots and 18 PIM while averaging 15:39 of ice time. Fairburn speculates that Quinn's success could put him in the mix for a top-line role this year, but he displayed chemistry with Ryan McLeod last season and could operate as a middle-six option. Regardless of which line Quinn begins the year on, he should have opportunities to build upon his momentum during the 2026-27 campaign.