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BLACKHAWKS

Blackhawks, Strome slowly work on contract (The Athletic)

Where could Zadorov fit into Blackhawks’ lineup? (SCH)

CENTRAL DIVISION

Blues sign 2020 first-rounder Neighbours to entry-level contract (NHL)

What Bonino can bring to Wild (Hockey Wilderness)

Why a Laine trade is especially bad idea for Jets right now (The Athletic)

‘We are not the same team’: Predators are tougher, but have they improved? (The Athletic)

Avalanche fans aren’t always majority at Pepsi Center (The Athletic)

Honka wants to be a Star. Could it happen, and should it? (The Athletic)

NHL

Grzelcyk signs 4-year, $14.75 million contract with Bruins (Stanley Cup of Chowder)

Ceci agrees to 1-year, $1.25 million deal with Penguins (Pensburgh)

Crosby, Guentzel could have Kapanen as linemate with Penguins this season (NHL)

NFL’s Mixon sends Gallagher message of congratulation after extension (NHL)

HOCKEY WORLD

NCHC to start season Dec. 1 with 8 teams in Omaha (Omaha World Herald)