As we approach the commencement of the NHL season, the waiver wire is heating up with a flurry of players set to be picked up this weekend. With roster submissions just over 48 hours away, contenders and rebuilding teams alike are combing through the list of available talent.

Today, 14 players have hit the waiver wire, as reported by Sportsnet’s insider Elliotte Friedman. Notably, from yesterday’s wave, all 25 players cleared waivers except for John Ludvig, who was claimed by the Colorado Avalanche, highlighting the competitive landscape as teams look to bolster their lineups ahead of the season.

Let’s break down the players currently available:

Anaheim Ducks

- G Oscar Dansk

Colorado Avalanche

- F T.J. Tynan - F Chris Wagner

Dallas Stars

- D Kyle Capobianco - G Magnus Hellberg - F Cameron Hughes - F Kole Lind - D Alexander Petrovic - F Emilio Pettersen

Florida Panthers

- D Matt Kiersted

Minnesota Wild

- F Ben Jones

New York Rangers

- D Connor Mackey

Seattle Kraken

- F John Hayden - F Josh Mahura

These players will remain on waivers until 1:00 PM CT on Sunday, providing teams a last-minute opportunity to add depth and potential breakout candidates.

As teams finalize their strategies leading into the new season, expect a bustling environment around these waivers. With teams looking to squeeze every ounce of potential from their rosters, it's a crucial moment for both players aiming to prove themselves and franchises intent on crafting winning combinations. Keep an eye out; one of these players could be your team's secret weapon this season!