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NHL Goaltending Market Stalls, Allen's Return Highlights Weakness

7/4/2025

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The NHL's free-agent goaltending market fell flat, with Jake Allen returning to New Jersey as the standout choice. Vancouver's Thatcher Demko landed a hefty extension despite injury worries. Meanwhile, Edmonton and Philadelphia faced backlash for their lack of goaltending upgrades, while Detroit's Sebastian Cossa may find it tough to secure NHL playing time amid new signings.

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The NHL's free-agent goaltending market fell flat, with Jake Allen returning to New Jersey as the standout choice. Vancouver's Thatcher Demko landed a hefty extension despite injury worries. Meanwhile, Edmonton and Philadelphia faced backlash for their lack of goaltending upgrades, while Detroit's Sebastian Cossa may find it tough to secure NHL playing time amid new signings.