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NHL·PREVIEW·September 18, 2026 09:48 PM ET

Malhotra says chemistry is building after second day of camp

Max Sasson also spoke after the session.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 191 min read
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"Everyone has taken a step from yesterday to today... impressed with the chemistry that's being formed in two days from

What happened: Manny Malhotra said the group improved from one day to the next and praised the chemistry forming across the lines after Friday's training camp work. Max Sasson also addressed media as camp continued to sort combinations for the upcoming preseason.

Why it matters: Early camp chemistry can shape opening looks and depth-chart battles before exhibition games begin. It is another checkpoint for Max Sasson after he spoke publicly during informal practice earlier this month.

What to watch: Watch whether Sasson stays in a steady role as line combinations keep changing through camp. The next few sessions should show whether the early chemistry Malhotra cited holds once preseason games arrive.

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