The Free Agency Roadmap: How All 32 NHL Teams Can Win the Offseason

Every GM thinks they've got the blueprint for a perfect offseason, but the reality is messier than the salary cap spreadsheets suggest. This breakdown examines what separates the teams that actually improve from the ones that just spend money and hope. Whether you're a contender adding the final piece or a rebuilder playing the long game, there's a specific formula that separates an A+ haul from the usual mid-tier acquisitions that look good in July and mediocre by November.