Sheng’s Daily: An Argument for Allowing NHL to Skip Line for COVID-19 Vaccines

San Jose Sharks head coach Bob Boughner spoke yesterday about what’s going to change with the Sharks on the ice, why training camp in Arizona and a long road trip to start the season might be a “good thing,” and talked about adding (or not adding) an alternate captain.

Boughner on Why Training Camp in Arizona “Good Thing,” Sharks’ Next Alternate Captain

The 2020-21 NHL schedule has been released — the San Jose Sharks aren’t going to have it easy to start the season:

2021 NHL Schedule Released: Sharks Begin Season on 8-Game Road Trip

Chris Micieli of Locked On Avalanche previews the Avs and talks up Joonas Donskoi:

Chris Micieli Talks Colorado’s Cup-or-Bust Season

In other San Jose Sharks news…

Logan Couture spoke about his All-in for Brain Research initiative, beer, and more. (Brodie Brazil)

Around the NHL…

Should sports leagues be allowed to skip the line for COVID-19 vaccines if they pay up to subsidize vaccinations for others? (STAT)

Ryan Miller is re-signing with Anaheim for his 18th NHL season. (The Athletic)

Tampa Bay’s salary cap issues are solved! But at a huge price — 2019 Hart Trophy winner Nikita Kucherov will miss the regular season. In related news, they re-signed RFA Anthony Cirelli to a three-year, $14.4 million dollar deal. (Lightning Insider)

5 things you should know about the NHL’s 2020-21 schedule. (Sportsnet)

It’s going to be more than ads on helmets: The NHL will be aggressive in trying to grow revenues. (Sportsnet)

It’s a go: The NHL is believed to have approval to move forward with hockey in the Canadian cities. (TSN)

Anders Lee FaceTimes with Sick Islanders Fan in North Carolina

New pod: Elliotte Friedman

Kingerski: Penguins Missed Early Presents on NHL Free Agents

Tom’s Daily: Deryk Engelland Tributes; NHL Trade Rumors Heat Up

Boston Bruins F Trent Frederic Can Be Exposed In Expansion Draft

Welcome back: Florida Panthers 2021 NHL schedule unveiled