Three NHL Teams at Crossroads | NHL News

0:00It's September 13th. This is NHL News Today, AI-powered updates on your team. I'm Cory with the story. We're looking at some NHL teams that might be heading for a major shakeup, depending on how this upcoming 2026-2027 season plays out. It's that time of year where some franchises face tough decisions and a few could be on the brink of hitting the reset button. The Winnipeg Jets are a prime example. Their star goalie, Connor Helebeik, has already asked for a trade. If they move him, especially after missing the playoffs last season following a president's trophy win, it could signal a deeper shift potentially, leading them to trade other key players. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Kings are in a tricky spot. They barely made the playoffs last year and are now dealing with the retirement of their captain, Anze Kopitar. Despite some offseason additions, if they falter again, it might be the push they need to start a rebuild or at least a significant retool of their roster. Then you have the Detroit Redwings.

1:01They've been stuck in a decade-long playoff drought and have been trying to climb out of it for years. With several key players set to become unrestricted free agents, another disappointing season could force them to become aggressive sellers and, potentially, start over. So keep an eye on these three franchises. The next season could be the turning point that determines whether they double down or start fresh.