7. Justin Schultz, D, Pittsburgh Penguins
Schultz, 26, is a potential restricted free agent, but with the Penguins not expected to make him the necessary one-year, $3.9 million qualifying offer before the 5 p.m. deadline on Monday, he would become an unrestricted free agent.
Schultz is still young -- he'll turn 26 on July 6 -- and the Penguins like what he did for them after they acquired him from the Edmonton Oilers. In fact, general manager Jim Rutherford said he'd like to see how Schultz progresses if given the opportunity to continue to work with assistant Sergei Gonchar. So maybe the Penguins will try to re-sign him at a lower price. If not, there will be other teams willing to give a right-handed defenseman with offensive upside a chance as a short-term, low-risk signing with the potential for a high reward.
Potential suitors:Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche, Dallas Stars, Florida Panthers, New York Rangers, Pittsburgh Penguins
8. Ben Lovejoy, D, Pittsburgh Penguins
The Penguins probably won't be able to re-sign Lovejoy, who was solid in their top four during their Stanley Cup run. As a veteran and recent Cup winner, Lovejoy, 32, will have value to teams seeking depth and looking to get over the hump in the postseason.
Potential suitors: Anaheim Ducks, Minnesota Wild, New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals
9. David Schlemko, D, New Jersey Devils
Schlemko, 29, was a surprise for the Devils this season, playing regularly in their top-four, getting some power-play time and establishing career highs with six goals, 13 assists and 19 points. He's probably better suited to play on the third pair on a better team but demonstrated he's capable of handling an increased role if needed because of injury.
Potential suitors: Boston Bruins, Buffalo Sabres, Calgary Flames, New Jersey Devils, Vancouver Canucks
10. Mike Richards, C, Washington Capitals
Richards, 31, didn't appear to have much left after joining the Capitals halfway through the regular season. After putting up two goals and three assists in 39 regular-season games, he had no points and struggled to keep up with the pace of play in 12 playoff games. But as a two-time Stanley Cup winner, he will draw interest.
Potential suitors: Arizona Coyotes, Columbus Blue Jackets, San Jose Sharks