Storm Advisory 10/4/21: NHL News, Daily Links, and Roundup

Backstrom injured, Carolina Hurricanes preview and more NHL news

By Zeke Lukow Oct 4, 2021, 9:00am EDT

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Oilers Josh Archibald is out indefinitely with a heart condition that is related to a summer bout with Covid-19. [Sportsnet]

The New Jersey Devils are still building towards the future, but can they play spoiler in the Metropolitan division?https://t.co/LrDHkQruuf
— The Hockey News (@TheHockeyNews) October 3, 2021

Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes both sign new contracts with the Vancouver Canucks. [NHL]

Sources: the Flyers training staff gave Nolan Patrick non-prescribed Ambien and Benzodiazepines to help with his traumatic head injury while not disclosing the medication given to him at the time #Flyers
— Drew Wheeler (@_DrewWheeler) October 3, 2021

Robin Lehner accuses NHL teams of medical malpractice. [ESPN]

There is word this morning the NHL is going to reach out to Robin Lehner…ask if he would like to be directly interviewed by the league.
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) October 3, 2021

Carolina Hurricanes 2021-2022 season preview. [$TheAthletic]
No timetable for injured Backstrom to return for the Washington Capitals. [NBC Sports]

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jake Guentzel was confirmed positive for COVID-19 this morning. He is being monitored by the Penguins medical staff and will follow the protocols set forth by the National Hockey League.

Dominik Simon will skate in place of Guentzel in today's game.
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) October 3, 2021