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The Winnipeg Jets announced today that the team has recalled forward Jaret Anderson-Dolan and goaltender Chris Driedger from the Manitoba Moose. The moves come after the Jets need insurance for their forward core and a goaltender to backup Connor Hellebuyck on their road trip, which starts in Los Angeles.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

Jets Acquire Driedger From Panthers for Kahkonen in Goalie Swap

The Winnipeg Jets have acquired goaltender Chris Driedger from the Florida Panthers in exchange for goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen. Kahkonen, who the Jets signed to a one-year deal last summer, got beat out by Eric Comrie for the Jets’ backup job and has struggled with the last-place Manitoba Moose this season.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 6

Panthers trade Chris Driedger to Jets for Kaapo Kahkonen

The Florida Panthers and Winnipeg Jets completed a goalie swap Wednesday. The defending Stanley Cup champion Panthers have acquired Kaapo Kahkonen from the Jets in exchange for fellow netminder Chris Driedger, reports Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Panthers, Jets Swap Chris Driedger, Kaapo Kähkönen

The Panthers and Jets have swapped third-string goaltenders. Both teams announced Chris Driedger is heading from Florida to Winnipeg after being assigned to the AHL earlier today, while Kaapo Kähkönen is heading south to the Cats.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 2

Panthers recall Chris Driedger, place star forward on LTIR

The Florida Panthers have made a pair of roster moves.

Panthers taking expensive gamble by acquiring Seth Jones from Blackhawks

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 1

Panthers acquire Seth Jones from Blackhawks

The Florida Panthers have acquired defenseman Seth Jones from the Chicago Blackhawks, per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. The full trade sends Jones and a 2026 fourth-round pick to the Panthers for goaltender Spencer Knight and a 2027 first-round pick, per Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff.

NHL News / Little Box Cats / February 24

Checkers earn weekend split versus Bears

The Charlotte Checkers completed its four-game homestand by splitting a pair of games against the Atlantic Division-leading Hershey Bears at Bojangles Coliseum over the weekend.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 2

Panthers Recall Chris Driedger, Re-Assign Mackie Samoskevich To AHL

The Panthers have made a pair of roster moves heading into tomorrow’s game against Pittsburgh. The team announced (Twitter link) that goaltender Chris Driedger has been recalled from AHL Charlotte while winger Mackie Samoskevich has been re-assigned to the Checkers.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 10

Chris Driedger, Raphael Lavoie highlight waivers on NHL’s opening day

On the (sort of) opening day of the NHL season, a few players were placed on waivers. The Florida Panthers placed goaltender Chris Dreidger and forward MacKenzie Entwistle on the wire on Tuesday.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 8

Panthers place right winger, goaltender on waivers

They’ll have three open roster spots and an extra $1.57M cap space after they pass through or are claimed Wednesday, allowing them the flexibility to recall netminder Spencer Knight from AHL Charlotte as expected.

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Florida Panthers News / Florida Hockey Now / September 21

Chris Driedger Unveils Another Cool Panthers Goalie Mask

FORT LAUDERDALE — Chris Driedger is in his second stint with the Florida Panthers but when asked if he had a new mask or was simply recycling an old one, he sounded almost offended.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Panthers sign Chris Driedger to one-year, $795K contract

A familiar face–and mask–is heading back to South Beach. On Monday, the Florida Panthers signed goaltender Chris Driedger to a one-year contract. The deal will carry a cap hit of $795,000 through the 2024-25 season.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Panthers sign pair of players to shore up team's depth

The Panthers have dipped their toes into the unqualified RFA market, inking former Bruins center Jesper Boqvist to a one-year deal, per a team announcement.They’re also bringing back netminder Chris Driedger to the organization on a one-year deal

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Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 2

Free-agent focus for the Seattle Kraken

Let's continue our look around the NHL with an overview of the free-agent situation for the Kraken.

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Can you name every player who was selected in the Seattle Kraken expansion draft?

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 23, 2024

Kraken activate veteran goaltender

Unfortunately for Seattle, they will now be spending a touch over $7M on goaltending alone.

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Can you name every player who was selected in the Seattle Kraken expansion draft?

NHL News / Flamesnation / December 28, 2023

Calgary Flames can’t solve Kraken’s Driedger

Every now and then it doesn’t matter how good your team effort is, the guy between the other teams pipes is going to steal one. The Kraken saw Chris Driedger start his first game in over a full year and he was lights out against a Calgary team that was striking quick in transition and maintain lots of extended pressure.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 28, 2023

Chris Driedger returns for Kraken in win over Flames

Alex Wennberg broke a third-period tie and goaltender Chris Driedger earned a win during his first NHL game in more than a year as the visiting Seattle Kraken beat the Calgary Flames 2-1 on Wednesday.

Seattle Kraken News / Yardbarker / December 30, 2022

Kraken goalie pays tribute to Seattle grunge bands with fancy new mask

Seattle Kraken goaltender Chris Driedger revealed a unique new helmet this week, which pays tribute to two legendary bands tied to the city's historic grunge scene.

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Can you name every player who was selected in the Seattle Kraken expansion draft?

Seattle Kraken News / Yardbarker / June 7, 2022