The Colorado Avalanche opened the offseason by signing an undrafted goaltender, marking the first move of what promises to be a busy period for the franchise.
RFA Defensemen Stir Trade Buzz
Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Lightning completed a trade that brought defenseman Jack Pridham from the Edmonton Oilers, adding depth to their blue line.
The Toronto Maple Leafs also made a front‑office addition, hiring Freddie Hamilton, who happens to be the older brother of New Jersey Devils defenseman Dougie Hamilton.
Across the league, rumors are swirling about potential trades involving restricted free‑agent defensemen, with the Pittsburgh Penguins reportedly eyeing four such players and the Boston Bruins seeking right‑shot options.
The New York Rangers have also entered the conversation, expressing interest in UFA forward Alex Tuch, a move that could reshape their forward group.