What happened: Ross Johnston, Pavel Buchnevich and Mason McTavish spoke after an informal skate at Centene Community Ice Center. Johnston called the group tight and said the experience had been positive.

Why it matters: The session offers an early glimpse of team chemistry ahead of the 2026-27 NHL season. No game result or roster move was reported.

What to watch: Watch for further player availability and team updates as the offseason continues.