
Sharks Lock Up Graf with $12.75 Million Deal
San Jose’s agreement with Collin Graf underscores a strategic commitment to depth and versatility as the club looks ahead.
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San Jose’s agreement with Collin Graf underscores a strategic commitment to depth and versatility as the club looks ahead.

Steve Yzerman will transition from general manager to senior advisor, while the club searches for a successor. Dylan Larkin’s trade request and a roster of unrestricted free agents add urgency to the overhaul.

The New York Islanders have locked in tall goaltender Henrik Tikkanen, the Nashville Predators hired former NHL forward Matt Calvert as a development coach, and the Washington Capitals sent 2026 first‑round pick Oliver Suvanto to Finland’s Tappara.

Bowen Byram, the Blackhawks’ newly signed defenseman, turned down a larger short‑term offer to secure a six‑year, $75 million extension, citing security, tax benefits and a path to a more prominent role.

The Canadiens must re‑sign six restricted free agents, with Zachary Bolduc’s contract talks and Anthony Mantha’s recent deal drawing attention, while prospect Makar Khanin heads abroad to the VHL.

Connor Bedard inks a five‑year, $75 million pact with Chicago, while the Blue Jackets brace for a competitive market for Adam Fantilli, and Kings prospects weigh NCAA versus WHL paths.

Defenseman John Marino agrees to a long‑term contract that includes a full no‑movement clause, a transition to a no‑trade clause, and a modified no‑trade clause, securing his place in the league through 2035.

The Dallas Stars have secured star winger Jason Robertson with a one-year, $12 million contract, preserving his rights as an unrestricted free agent and giving the franchise flexibility under the salary cap.

The Buffalo Sabres have locked in forward Peyton Krebs to a four‑year, $4.5 million‑per‑year extension, rewarding his breakout season and cementing a key piece of the roster for the future.

Calgary Flames have secured a long‑term commitment from Slovak defenseman Simon Nemec, signing him to a five‑year, $36.25 million contract that will run through the next half‑decade.

Toronto’s management is weighing whether to move Morgan Rielly, balancing his hefty contract against the possibility of a fresh start for the under‑performing blueliner

The Anaheim Ducks have secured Pavel Mintyukov through 2029 while navigating a crowded cap picture and aggressive offer sheets from rivals.

The Ducks secure Pavel Mintyukov with a $36 million, five‑year deal while navigating cap constraints and the future of emerging talent.

The Buffalo Sabres wrapped up development camp with a scrimmage, signed several AHL‑focused contracts, and left cap space that could accommodate a hometown return for Patrick Kane.

The Detroit Red Wings face a pivotal offseason as they navigate cap space, potential departures, and roster reshaping ahead of the new NHL season.
Judd Caulfield, a former Grand Forks Central and UND standout, has agreed to a two-year contract with the Anaheim Ducks, featuring NHL salaries of $850,000 and $900,000 and AHL pay of $175,000 and $250,000, while citing the appeal of San Diego’s climate as a mental reset.

With the season ended early, the New York Rangers are mapping out moves that could reshape the roster, from potential trades involving Vincent Trocheck to free‑agency pursuits of veteran talent.

The San Jose Sharks acquired Michael Kesselring from the Buffalo Sabres, trading a 2026 first‑round pick for the 20th overall selection. Despite a season marked by limited ice time, Kesselring's recent breakout with the Utah Mammoth has scouts intrigued about his potential in San Jose.

San Jose Sharks complete a draft‑pick swap with the Buffalo Sabres to bring in 26‑year‑old defenseman Michael Kesselring, a towering presence who posted a career‑high 29 points last season with the Utah Mammoth.

The Boston Bruins are pursuing restricted free‑agent defenseman Jordan Spence from the Ottawa Senators to address a shortage of right‑shot blue‑line talent, weighing contract scenarios and roster implications.

The Boston Bruins must add speed, re-sign Viktor Arvidsson, find a top‑line center, and upgrade their defense to stay competitive in the Atlantic.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed AHL forward James Malatesta to a one‑year, two‑way extension, offering him a chance to rediscover his offensive spark while continuing his bruising style in Cleveland.

The Utah Mammoth have added 23-year-old forward Vadim Moroz on a two-year, entry-level contract, hoping his KHL experience and playmaking will translate into a new spark for the team.

The Boston Bruins have secured forward Navrin Mutter on a one‑year, two‑way contract, setting the stage for a critical development period as he aims to cement an NHL role.