As NHL ⁤preseason games begin, one name ⁤remains conspicuously absent from team rosters: forward Jack Roslovic. Coming off a strong 2024-25 season where he matched his career-high of 22 goals and totaled 39 points, many predicted a multi-year contract‌ with a salary increase from his⁢ previous⁢ $2.9 million. Roslovic’s consistent offensive output – he’s surpassed 30 points in five consecutive seasons – ​and versatility, including the ability to ⁢play center, made him a highly sought-after commodity.

The ⁤situation is particularly‌ surprising given reported interest⁤ from teams like the Edmonton⁢ Oilers. Sources indicate the Oilers extended an offer‌ earlier this⁢ summer, but it was ultimately declined by Roslovic. Given ⁤Edmonton’s tight salary cap situation, any offer likely came before their roster was fully⁤ constructed, or would have needed to be near the‍ league minimum to remain compliant.

Roslovic’s ⁤recent history includes stints with three different organizations ⁤in the past year and a half, raising ​questions about stability. However,​ his consistent⁤ scoring touch provides valuable secondary offense, a need for many contending teams. ‍ his current predicament feels different than⁢ last year,⁢ when he accepted a one-year deal with Carolina ‍under less favorable circumstances.

Now, Roslovic⁤ is seeking the long-term security of a multi-year contract. He’s made⁢ a change in representation,⁤ moving from Claude Lemieux of 4Sports​ to Justin Duberman⁣ at ASM. This strategic shift⁣ suggests a renewed