Jack Roslovic finally speaks out after inking his prove-it deal with the Oilers last fall, and the timing couldn't be hotter with extension talks bubbling up from insiders like Bob Stauffer. The 29-year-old depth scorer has flashed career-high potential with 15 goals in 45 games despite a nagging groin injury, but Edmonton's cap crunch means they can't afford another middle-six overpay like they've seen before.

The Maple Leafs refuse to let Jack Roslovic slip away, staying firmly in the mix as the top free agent lingers on the market months into the offseason. Front-office whispers from guys like Frank Seravalli confirm Toronto's frontrunner status, fueled by Roslovic's shared history with Auston Matthews from their U.S. National Team days. With cap gymnastics involving waivers for Jarnkrok or Kampf, a PTO deal could lock in the right-shot vet without breaking the bank.