Nov 28, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) reacts during the fourth quarter of the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Caleb Williams is one of the most divisive quarterbacks in the NFL right now. Experts and fans aren’t sure how to feel about him. On the one hand, he makes the basic stuff look way more challenging than it should. The layup throws shouldn’t be so difficult. On the other hand, Williams pulls off some of the most jaw-dropping plays you’ll ever see half a dozen times in a game. His natural ability is superstar level. His consistency is not. That is why people find it difficult to pick a stance on him.
In these situations, it can often be enlightening to get the opinion of somebody who isn’t as dedicated to football. Sam Monson of Pro Football Focus offered a perfect example. He spoke to a rugby reporter, who gave a description that perfectly encapsulates Williams.
I follow a rugby content guy who talks about 'bullshit' players. As in, you've got everything defended, then this guy just pulls out some unstoppable bullshit to score.
There is probably no greater “bullsh**t” player in the NFL than the Chicago Bears‘ quarterback. His ability to wriggle out of trouble and make plays off the cuff rivals what Patrick Mahomes was during the peak of his run in Kansas City. The Green Bay Packers saw that version of Williams the entire second half on Sunday.
Caleb Williams has one of the deadliest weapons in the NFL.
A quarterback being mobile isn’t anything new in this league. There have been plenty who can run. What makes Caleb Williams different is his ability to feel and avoid pressure, keep his eyes down the field, and deliver absolute lasers without setting his feet. Very few quarterbacks can do that with any consistency. The Bears quarterback does it with regularity. You can understand why defenses hate playing against him. He’s the type of guy who can render a perfect defensive call completely irrelevant.
This is why head coach Ben Johnson is determined to teach Williams the more traditional way to play. If he can learn how to operate consistently from the pocket, nothing defenses do will matter. If they play to contain him in the pocket, he’ll pick them apart. If they try blitzing, he’ll slither away and punish them for it. Such a process has yielded great results in the past with Mahomes, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, and Russell Wilson. If that is where Williams is trending, things are about to get fun.
There’s no hiding from what happened against Green Bay. The Bears had a chance to create separation in the NFC North and let the Packers pull ahead again. Instead of a cushion, Chicago sits as the No. 7 seed with four games left.
But here’s the beauty — the NFC is razor thin. If the Bears win next week and Green Bay loses, Chicago is right back in first place. That’s how tight the race is. And that’s exactly why Ben Johnson’s message should be everywhere through every hallway of Halas Hall.
“We will be a playoff team once we earn enough wins to become a playoff team. Right now we are a 9-win team and I don’t think 9 wins is going to get you in this year, so we have to do what we can to get enough wins to find a way into the tournament.”
No excuses. No pity. No scoreboard-watching. Johnson isn’t interested in projections, only production and wins. The Bears aren’t talking about “being a playoff team.” They’re talking about earning it, one week at a time.
With four games remaining, the formula is simple: beat Cleveland. Then beat Green Bay. Then keep climbing. Nothing else matters. Johnson’s mentality, one game, one win, one step closer, is exactly the message a young, hungry locker room needs in December.
Chicago can still take the division. They can still be the team nobody wants to see in January.
May 7, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (2) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Texas Rangers during the fourth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
The Chicago Cubs are focused on adding pitching this offseason, but that has not stopped their pursuit of star free agent third baseman Alex Bregman. The two-time World Series winner remains on the Cubs’ radar and after a recent report indicated that there is renewed interest in Bregman national MLB insider Robert Murray confirmed that the Cubs have met with Bregman already during this free agent period.
Bregman has several suitors, including the Boston Red Sox who signed him last offseason. The Cubs were one of four teams that seriously went after Bregman heading into the 2025 season, but their four-year, $115 million offer was ultimately dismissed by Bregman. Now, a free agent again and no longer attached to a qualifying offer, Bregman has met with several teams over Zoom, including the Cubs.
The Cubs met with Alex Bregman via Zoom a few weeks ago, sources say. He’s had Zoom meetings with “several” teams this winter. https://t.co/mp27tywqgG
Cubs fans have been wondering what the team’s interest in Bregman means for Matt Shaw and Jed Hoyer did comment on the rumors this week at the Winter Meetings.
“I’ve been surprised by the number of media reports that link us to different guys,” Hoyer said to reporters in Orlando, Fla., on Monday. “There is zero lack of confidence in Matt. I would say the opposite.”
Yet, going after Bregman or any other bat this offseason serves a bigger picture both in the short and long term outlook of the Cubs. All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker is leaving in free agency and his production has to be replaced somehow. Relying on young hitters to surpass their expectations doesn’t exactly sound like a great strategy for the 2026 Cubs offense. Bregman may not be an elite hitter, but he does provide a strong foundation and track record to lean on at a position that has been unstable on offense since Kris Bryant was manning third base for the Cubs.
Plus, the Cubs will have several position players getting ready to become free agents following the 2026 season. Signing a free agent like Bregman now will at least provide some sort of structure on the team as Ian Happ, Seiya Suzuki and Nico Hoerner can all enter free agency after next year.
May 4, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN;Winnipeg Jets center Dominic Toninato (21) ties up St. Louis Blues left wing Jake Neighbours (63) in the first period in game seven of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images
Late Monday afternoon, the Blackhawks Landon Slaggert. They didn’t technically have to call anyone up, as they had 12 forwards and six defensemen on the roster, but it was going to be a risky move considering Chicago plays three games in the next four days.
To help put everyone’s minds at ease, the Blackhawks called up a forward from the IceHogs on Tuesday morning. And it wasn’t Nick Lardis, who many thought might be the answer moving forward. Instead, they brought up Dominic Toninato, a 31-year-old who they signed to a two-year, two-way contract this summer.
While Toninato wouldn’t have been the most expected name to be called from Rockford, this move makes a lot of sense. Putting the Rinzel move aside, the problem with Slaggert wasn’t that he was playing poorly—it’s that he wasn’t playing at all. At 23 years old, Slaggert still figures to play a decent role at the NHL level for the Blackhawks someday, but right now, there isn’t space for him in the lineup with other young stars and strong veterans taking the only available spots. He made his home in the press box for the last two weeks before being shipped off to Rockford.
The Blackhawks can afford for Toninato, on the other hand, to keep that seat warm and occasionally get into the lineup as a replacement. Sam Lafferty has filled that role for much of the season, but he’s done enough to be put into the lineup on a nightly basis. Chicago didn’t really have another option, which is why they were forced to have Slaggert collecting dust rather than getting valuable playing time in the AHL.
When Toninato does break into the lineup, the Blackhawks can’t expect a ton from him, but he should be able to hold it down. He has 17 points in 24 games with the IceHogs this season, and has a fair bit of NHL experience, including 77 games with the Jets in the 2021-22 season. He’s been in this situation before.
The situation is complicated a bit by the impending return of Nick Foligno, but that shouldn’t affect Toninato’s role much. The captain will return to his usual spot within the next week or two, at which point Lafferty may find himself watching in a coat and tie next to Toninato. The latter will likely be the first name to go when a player like Lardis is ready for the big show, but it isn’t quite that time yet.
The good news is that you kind of get the impression that Jed Hoyer and the Chicago Cubs are acting with a higher sense of urgency this offseason as the team looks to upgrade the pitching staff. Maybe it would have helped to have a more aggressive mindset last year or once again at the trade deadline, but maybe that’s a valuable lesson that has been learned by Hoyer and his colleagues. This week, Cubs fans were reminded of the shortcomings of a lackluster pursuit for a starting pitcher back in July and maybe the results will incentivize Hoyer to be be more aggressive now.
Cubs fans hated the acquisition the second the news dropped and it didn’t take long for it to completely blow up in Hoyer’s face. Searching for rotation help as the trade deadline approached, the Cubs settled for Michael Soroka. The right-handed pitcher made one total start with the Cubs and threw two innings before he went down with a bum shoulder on Aug. 4. Soroka missed the next six weeks and returned to help out in the bullpen.
Soroka did make the playoff roster, but his lasting memory was getting hit around by the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 1 of the NLDS. Soroka gave up three runs on five hits and two walks as he was only able to get three outs against the Brewers en route to a 9-3 loss after coming in relief of Matthew Boyd.
Overall, Soroka pitched in six regular season games, two playoff games, one total start and 11 innings during his time with the Cubs. Sure, injuries are always a concern with any pitcher, but the process here with Soroka seemed bad all along. There were signs so obvious that something was wrong with Soroka as his velocity drastically dipped in July, something that should have been a bigger warning sign for the Cubs.
I know, the asking prices for starting pitching across the league was insanely high at the trade deadline, but maybe the Cubs should have made it a higher priority to add a starter since the offseason. They tried, eventually backing out of a trade for Jesus Luzardo, but after that they settled in free agency for a solid, but unspectacular arm in Colin Rea. Once the need popped up again during the season the Cubs settled for Soroka and the output was minimal.
There was some discussion early in the offseason that the Cubs may re-sign Soroka, obviously the organization believed in his ability despite the below-average results with the Washington Nationals last season. Yet, Soroka has officially moved on as the right-handed pitcher has signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Source: Michael Soroka’s deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks is for one-year, $7.5 million with bonuses that could get it to $9.5 million.
Fingers crossed that Hoyer doesn’t settle again in pursuit of pitching this offseason. Again, just words and actions ultimately matter, but The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma did reiterate at the Winter Meetings that the Cubs are aiming higher and appear to be involved with high-end targets in the pitching market.
Sep 8, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles before the game at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
Ryan Poles walked into the 2025 NFL Draft with pressure piled on him from every direction. Three seasons of mixed results, a 5-12 disaster in 2024, and the firing of Matt Eberflus left the franchise in a place where everyone demanded answers. Caleb Williams needed a supporting cast. Ben Johnson needed personnel that matched his vision. Fans needed a reason to believe again. Fourteen weeks into the 2025 season, this rookie class is the reason Chicago is 9-4 and back in the playoff picture.
What Poles delivered is more than a good draft. It is a complete shift in roster direction, talent development, and long-term team building.
Kyle Monangai: The Seventh Round Steal No One Saw Coming
Monangai was pick 233. The league shrugged. The Bears did not. They saw a runner who played like a veteran. Vision. Balance. Football IQ. A complete game that did not rely on long speed. Through 13 games, he has 648 rushing yards on 135 carries, five touchdowns, and 4.8 yards per rush. He ranks near the top of all rookie backs in efficiency and outruns players drafted multiple rounds ahead of him.
He stepped up in Chicago’s five game winning streak. He delivered hard yards late in games. He protected Caleb in pressure situations. He added receiving value with 97 yards on 11 catches. He plays with the type of reliability that keeps offensive drives alive.
Monangai is not only a late round steal. He is one of the biggest value picks in the entire 2025 class.
Comparison of rushing yards for top rookie running backs in 2025, highlighting Kyle Monangai‘s production as a 7th round pick
Colston Loveland: A Top 10 Pick Playing Like He Belonged There
Drafting a tight end at 10 raised questions. The Bears already had Cole Kmet. They had holes elsewhere. But Poles and Johnson saw a player who fit exactly what this offense needed. Loveland is a matchup problem with advanced route running and strong blocking ability.
Through 12 games he has 35 catches, 435 yards, four touchdowns, and averages 13.1 yards per catch. He ranks ninth among all tight ends in receiving grade. His blocking has been strong enough to keep him on the field in every package.
When Caleb targets him, the passer rating sits at 125.8. His ability to win the middle of the field has turned Chicago’s passing offense into a more layered attack.
Loveland is tracking toward one of the best rookie tight end seasons since Kyle Pitts, Sam LaPorta, and Brock Bowers.
Luther Burden III: The Slot Weapon Chicago Needed
Burden fell to pick 39 because of injuries. Chicago took the chance. That chance paid off. Burden brings run-after-catch ability and short area quickness that fits perfectly in Johnson’s system.
He has 30 catches on 40 targets for 395 yards, one touchdown, and a 75 percent catch rate. He leads the Bears in yards after catch and passer rating when targeted. He has moved the chains 16 times and created 11 plays of 15 yards or more.
When Rome Odunze missed time, Burden stepped up with key performances. He handled pressure moments, created separation, and delivered the type of production Chicago lacked from the slot for years.
Ozzy Trapilo: The Rookie Tackle Who Stabilized the Line
Chicago spent heavy money in free agency on Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman, and Jonah Jackson. But left tackle was still a concern entering the season. Trapilo lost the job in camp but kept working. Once Theo Benedet went down, the Bears turned to the rookie and he delivered.
In his first start against Pittsburgh, he allowed one pressure on 41 pass block snaps. He shut down a defense that led the league in pass rush wins. He followed that up with steady outings against Green Bay and others.
Trapilo gives Caleb protection on the blindside and offers a long term answer at one of the toughest positions in football.
Why This Draft Worked: Alignment, Fit, and Football Intelligence
This draft class is the product of Poles and Johnson working together with one vision. They targeted players who fit the offense and defense. They valued character, toughness, and football IQ. They drafted players who could help right away.
Chicago needed immediate contributors. They got four. Chicago needed rookies who matched Caleb’s timeline. They got four. Chicago needed value late on Day 3. They hit the jackpot with Monangai.
This was not Poles drafting raw traits. This was Poles drafting players who could thrive in Ben Johnson’s system.
What This Means for Chicago’s Future
The Bears have their quarterback. Now they have the draft class to elevate him. Loveland gives Caleb a strong tight end pairing with Kmet. Burden creates easy completions and explosive plays. Trapilo strengthens the line. Monangai brings physicality to the run game.
All of them are on rookie deals through Caleb’s window. That gives Chicago the freedom to spend elsewhere and build a complete roster.
This class signals the shift from rebuilding to competing. The Bears earned their first winning season since 2018. They upset the defending Super Bowl champs. They found identity on offense.
The rookies are not depth pieces. They are core pieces.
Multi-position impact visualization showing the diverse contributions of the Bears’ 2025 draft class across offense
The Final Verdict
Poles needed this draft. He delivered the best class of his career. Four rookies stepped in and changed the direction of the team. Chicago is 9-4 because the building blocks fit together now.
The franchise is no longer hoping to be competitive. It is competitive.
The 2025 draft class did not save Poles. It validated his long term plan.
And for the first time in years, the future at Halas Hall feels stable, dangerous, and headed the right direction.
Dec 22, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) makes a catch against Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon (6) during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images
Kyler Gordon looked like he had Pro Bowls in his future. He’s been that effective when on the field. It is why the Chicago Bears chose to extend him. They felt he would be a core part of their defense moving forward. The problem is he can’t seem to do the one thing required for that: stay on the field. Gordon already had injury concerns dating back to his rookie season. He missed a combined nine games through his first three years. Things have since gone off the rails in 2025, as he has failed to appear in nine games due to multiple soft tissue injuries. The latest setback occurred in pregame warmups against Green Bay, resulting in a groin injury.
Unsurprisingly, the Packers took full advantage, targeting his replacement in the slot almost constantly throughout the game. It played a big part in the Bears’ eventual loss. Head coach Ben Johnson was asked about the cornerback on Monday. It wasn’t hard to sense the frustration in his response.
“It’s disappointing. I wish I had a better feel for the individual. But with him being out as much as he has been, I haven’t really gotten to see him on the field and competing and get to know him like I’d like to at this point yet.
“I do know the biggest predictor of a soft-tissue injury is having a previous one and he’s kind of in this rut right now that we’re not able to get out of. So we’re going to exhaust all of our resources in and outside of the building to make sure we’re addressing it and doing what we can to get him back and healthy again.”
Don’t forget Johnson had only been in charge for a couple of months when the Bears gave Gordon his extension. It sounds like the head coach might be regretting that decision, which does not bode well for Gordon’s future.
Kyler Gordon is now on a ticking clock.
Whatever grace period he enjoyed the first few years in Chicago is now gone. He got his money and is expected to start earning it. He can’t do that from the sideline. If these injury problems persist, the Bears will begin to explore an exit strategy. Kyler Gordon should feel lucky his contract prevents any plausible move next year. The only way to unload him would be with a trade after June 1st, which seems unlikely. However, that will change in 2027, when they should have no issue cutting him.
It doesn’t take long in the NFL to go from a cornerstone player to jobless. Gordon is good. The defense is much better when he’s in the lineup. That much is obvious. Still, it doesn’t do much good if he hardly plays. Gordon has a serious issue with preparation. It is the only explanation for why these soft tissue problems constantly hamper him. Either he finds a way to correct them in the near future, or he may have to start contemplating life away from Chicago. The Bears will only give him so many opportunities before saying enough is enough.
Dec 7, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai (25) is tripped up be Green Bay Packers safety Xavier McKinney (29) in the third quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
The Green Bay Packers made it out of Lambeau Field with a victory on Sunday evening against the Chicago Bears. Much of it had to do with the solid play of Jordan Love and the continued excellence of their pass rush. However, they may have had additional help. Rumors are circulating that the Packers employed an underhanded tactic to tip the scales in their favor. Those watching the game likely noticed Bears players often slipping on the Lambeau turf, which Green Bay players didn’t seem to deal with.
It is believed that the organization intentionally left the field poorly treated, knowing it would lead to the grass being slick and easily torn up. The Packers then instructed their players to wear cleats with longer studs to ensure proper footing, all the while knowing the Bears wouldn’t catch on to the trap until it was too late.
Green Bay is under fire for how poorly they mismanaged the field prior to yesterday’s game. Packers players were told to wear cleats with deeper studs than usual.
Is this cheating? Technically, yes, since all teams are required to properly upkeep their fields in the name of player safety. The problem is there is no way to prove the Packers did it intentionally. In truth, this is not anything new. There is a long-standing legacy of teams intentionally ruining field conditions to slow down their opponents. Pittsburgh was accused of letting its field freeze in 1975 to stop the Oakland Raiders’ passing attack. On the other hand, the Raiders were accused of allowing their field to become waterlogged, turning it into a mud pit.
Green Bay only proved that tactic was needed against the Chicago Bears.
Despite tilting the scales in their favor, they still almost let that game slip away. After leading 14-3 at the half, Caleb Williams stormed back to tie it 21-21. If not for a brutal 3rd down failure on defense, the Chicago Bears would’ve had a chance to win the game. It didn’t happen. The Packers got away with it. One thing is certain. They won’t be able to use that tactic a second time. The Bears will be ready for them at Soldier Field, itching for some payback. Can Green Bay win without playing dirty?
We will soon find out as they travel to Denver to face the surging 11-2 Broncos and their elite defense. Chicago will regroup and hopefully take care of business against the lowly Cleveland Browns. The meeting next week could determine the NFC North division winner. Nobody will remember the field conditions from this game, but it’s something that should at least be archived. The Packers present themselves as a holier-than-thou organization, but in reality, they’re just as scheming as everyone else.
Sep 13, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks (29) celebrates after defeating the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
The White Sox have already dipped into the free-agent market this winter with the signing of left-handed pitcher Anthony Kay last week, and it appears more additions could be on the horizon. The team has some “preliminary interest” in free agent reliever Pete Fairbanks, per Scott Merkin, the White Sox beat writer for MLB.com.
Player Profile
Fairbanks, 31, has parts of seven seasons of MLB experience and has enjoyed a fair amount of success, primarily with the Tampa Bay Rays. Across 275 career MLB appearances, the veteran right-hander has recorded a 3.19 ERA, 3.10 FIP, 1.17 WHIP, and 11.3 K/9 using primarily his four-seamer and slider. He has logged three seasons with at least 23 saves and set career highs with 61 appearances and 27 saves in 2025.
The Rays somewhat surprisingly declined Fairbanks’ $11 million option in November, making him a free agent. It is worth noting that he has had his fair share of injuries in his career, including two Tommy John surgeries, shoulder problems, and lat issues. He also deals with Raynaud’s syndrome, a nerve condition that restricts blood flow and causes numbness in his fingers in cold weather. It’s a particularly significant consideration for a team like the White Sox who play in cold weather at both the beginning and end of the season.
Fairbanks’ recent performance on the mound also has some concerning trends. His strikeout rate has declined significantly over the past couple of years, while his HR/9 this past season was the highest in a full season in his career. Despite some signs of regression, he was still in the 93rd percentile in barrel %, the 90th percentile in fastball velocity, and the 87th percentile in xERA last season per Baseball Savant.
Fit With White Sox
Even factoring in his injury history and recent performance, Fairbanks would immediately slot in as the White Sox closer should a deal come to fruition. His presence would add much needed stability to the back end of the White Sox bullpen and allow other relievers like Jordan Leasure, Grant Taylor, and Mike Vasil, the most likely internal closer options, to all move down an inning in the pecking order and strengthen what was arguably the biggest weakness on the roster last season. White Sox relievers collectively blew 24 saves last year; Fairbanks has 13 blown saves in the last three seasons combined.
Other Possible Suitors
The Diamondbacks, Marlins, and Blue Jays are among the other teams reportedly interested in Fairbanks’ services. Given the demand for pitching and the contracts that other relievers like Devin Williams, Ryan Helsley, Raisel Iglesias, and Phil Maton have already signed, Fairbanks figures to have a lot of suitors. His services will likely not come cheap.
Situation To Watch
Closer was a revolving door for the White Sox the entire season in 2025. Eight different pitchers recorded at least one save, but no one separated themselves from the pack heading into next year. Bringing in a pitcher with Fairbanks’ experience and past success to pitch in the ninth inning would go a long way in making the team a more formidable threat in the AL Central next year. There is no indication that any deal is close, but it is a situation worth monitoring.
Nov 18, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Sam Rinzel (6) looks on during the second period of an NHL game against the Calgary Flames at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
In at least 80% of the Blackhawks’ games this season, head coach Jeff Blashill has rolled out a lineup of 11 forwards and seven defensemen. It’s a bit unconventional compared to the normal 12/6 split, but it makes sense—Chicago has a number of young forwards who can go all day and several young blueliners that need to find pairings.
On Wednesday night, when the Blackhawks host the Rangers, that looks like it’ll finally change. And that’s not all that’s getting jumbled after a pair of beatdowns out west this weekend. On Monday afternoon, Chicago sent both Sam Rinzel and Landon Slaggert to Rockford without a corresponding move.
#Blackhawks assign Sam Rinzel and Landon Slaggert to AHL's Rockford IceHogs.
Slaggert heading to the IceHogs seemed like a foregone conclusion this week. He hasn’t appeared in a game in two weeks, collecting dust as a healthy scratch. That’s not a place the Blackhawks want their 23-year-old to be, and it makes way more sense to be getting ice time than sitting in the press box. He’ll be back and become a regular NHLer soon; there just isn’t room for him on the roster right now.
The move to send Rinzel down is a bit more surprising, but certainly won’t be controversial. The 21-year-old blueliner faced massive expectations coming into the season and projected to be a top-pair defenseman. That hasn’t worked out, as he’s picked up eight points in 28 games and has looked a bit lost at times in the defensive zone. He was a healthy scratch last month in order to reset, but hasn’t quite put it together yet. Still, there’s lots of hope that he’ll eventually become a top-pair defenseman for years to come. The Blackhawks seem to trust their staff in Rockford, and players like Wyatt Kaiser and Louis Crevier have done well after spending some time there.
At this point, it doesn’t seem like the Blackhawks will announce a corresponding move. Sam Lafferty should fill in for Slaggert, and Chicago now has six defensemen on the roster. If they don’t announce a move soon, they’ll go back to the 12/6 rotation.
It’s possible that this move is in preparation for captain Nick Foligno to come back a bit earlier than initially expected, but the timing makes it seem like it’s more about sending a message for Rinzel. The more time he gets down in the AHL, the better, and he should be able to come back stronger before the end of the season.
