The first big wave of free agency is over, with the vast majority of impact players having signed a new contract. As many in the hockey world head for summer vacation -- including the requisite wedding and lakefront snaps on Instagram -- we answer the big questions on best and worst deals, Erik Karlsson's 2018-19 team and the future of the New York Islanders without John Tavares.
What was the best overall deal in the opening days of free agency?
Greg Wyshynski, senior writer: From a players-on-the-move standpoint, I rather like the Detroit Red Wings buying three prime years of Jonathan Bernier for a $3 million cap hit annually.