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McKenzie on Daniel Alfredsson joining the Maple Leafs coaching staff, Claude Giroux returning to Ottawa, and the future of offer sheets in the NHL.
NHL Writer for The Athletic Julian McKenzie joins the show to discuss Daniel Alfredsson’s introduction as associate coach with the Toronto Maple Leafs, the sentiment of Senators fans at this news, what led to Claude Giroux returning to Ottawa, why the Anaheim Ducks are in a difficult spot with Leo Carlsson’s offer sheet, and if offer sheets in general are going to be more prominent in the NHL.
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