READY TO BEGIN: A New Season Awaits with an Important Signing A, New Captain and a Big Rebuild Ahead

The Columbus Blue Jackets finally signed Adam Fantilli to a new six-year deal removing one big item off their to-do list before the start of the 2026-27 NHL season.

Jay Forster of Locked On Blue Jackets breaks down the impact of the signing and how the team will handle the future of Kirill Marchenko who still insists he will not sign an extension with the team. But where will he likely go and what will it cost to acquire him?

The Calgary Flames are facing the beginning of a rebuild, but what would constitute a successful season in Calgary this year? John Easthope of Locked On Flames joins us to discuss the team's top prospects, who could be moved to accelerate the rebuild and the strength of this team which remains goaltending.

The Boston Bruins have named David Pastrnak as their new captain for the 2026-27 NHL season but what kind of impact will he have on this team?

Ian McLaren of Locked On Boston Bruins joins us to discuss the new leader, plus the impact a young James Hagens could have on the team's playoff chances this year.

All this and more on today's Locked On NHL Podcast with Gil Martin.

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