I thought Nashville did pretty well, I get that their moves may not age well but I respect them for going for it while Saros, Josi, and Forsberg are still capable of high end hockey. Amongst others such as O'Reilly.
They'll pay for it later, certainly, but I can see the argument that half measures won't get them anywhere right now too.
I think Tampa looks weaker, they'd have been better off keeping Sergachev and just signing Stamkos imo. Bringing McDonagh back may have also been a mistake. Seems like they're trying to fight the inevitable.
I thought the Leafs did alright, they actually addressed their defense. I think they'll ultimately be judged by what happens with Marner though.
Caps made some very savvy moves, they somehow managed to upgrade their forward group, defense, and goaltending without giving up a whole lot in terms of assets. Could be a legit playoff team next season.
Vegas looks weaker, but good teams bleed talent sooner or later. This also applies to Carolina, they whiffed on Guentzel and bled talent up front and on the back end.
Edmonton's forward depth actually looks quite dangerous now, whether their D and tending can get them back to another final is anyone's guess.
Not sure what the hell Ottawa and Detroit were doing.
Avs didn't have much flex, they lost some talent but did well to retain Drouin.
Stars made some questionable moves imo, LA too.
Chicago surprised me, they actually added some solid talent up front.
Jersey looks poised to be one of the better eastern teams again, I like what they've done.
Florida bled quite a bit of talent but their core is still talented, but they won the cup so any success in the near future is gravy.
Rangers seem to be hamstrung by not being able to figure out the Trouba problem, I think they'd have liked to have done more.
Winnipeg largely standing pat was probably for the best imo. Did well to retain Demelo.
Those Seattle deals might not age well but they may get them back to the playoffs next season. Montour may age alright, Stephenson.. I dunno.
I thought Utah would do more tbh, Anaheim too.
Calgary's done well to add some competitive pieces as they continue their rebuild.
I thought the Canucks did really well considering their limited cap space, not a whole lot of commitment to anyone not named DeBrusk. Glad we didn't land Guentzel, okay with not having gotten Zadorov. I'd like us to add another top 4D or top six winger if possible. Most of the deals we signed will expire sooner than later, which buys us some guys like Willander, Raty, and Lekkerimaki more development time.