Jared’s Daily: Kuznetsov What Ifs; Kraken Stay Alive

Where could Evgeny Kuznetsov wind up if the Washington Capitals decide to separate?

That, Stanley Cup playoffs news and more from around the league in today’s daily.

Washington Capitals

Evgeny Kuznetsov’s relationship with the Capitals has been widely documented, and it appears destined for an end. Places like Colorado or Nashville could make sense for the Russian center, who has two years left on his contract. [WHN]

Stanley Cup Playoffs

Two goals from Jordan Eberle have kept the Seattle Kraken alive. The team staved off elimination with a 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars, pushing the series to a Game 7. [The Seattle Times]

Jordan Eberle hits the empty netter to clinch a huge win for the Kraken, forcing a Game 7! #SeaKraken pic.twitter.com/imWBZdIy3M

— Hockey Daily 365 l NHL Highlights (@HockeyDaily365) May 14, 2023

From The National Hockey Now Network

The Carolina Hurricanes are selling Eastern Conference Finals tickets only to North and South Carolinians, as well as some Virginia residents. [Florida Hockey Now]

Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney doesn’t regret the moves the team made at the trade deadline, despite the Bruins’ disappointing first-round playoff exit. [Boston Hockey Now]

The Montreal Canadiens are planning to “get creative” with the Florida Panthers’ first round pick, which is slated to fall between Nos. 29 and 32. [Montreal Hockey Now]