
Sharks Fortify AHL Roster Ahead of Rookie Faceoff
The San Jose Sharks have added several AHL‑ready players and announced the dates for their Rookie Faceoff event, while other NHL teams also made notable moves.
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The San Jose Sharks have added several AHL‑ready players and announced the dates for their Rookie Faceoff event, while other NHL teams also made notable moves.

Utah Mammoth announced the signing of defenseman Andrew Peeke to a one‑year contract worth $1 million, adding a proven two‑way player to its roster ahead of the upcoming season.

Andre Gasseau's recent two‑year contract with the San Jose Sharks marks a homecoming for the California native, linking him with former teammate Will Smith and a roster being reshaped around 2026 Olympic All‑Star forward Macklin Celebrini.

The Philadelphia Flyers announced a flurry of contract moves during the 2026 free‑agency period, locking in Dan Vladar, Tyson Foerster, Carl Grundstrom and Noel Acciari while reshaping the AHL roster.

An exploration of the ‘ghost roster’ concept reveals how teams chase ill‑fitting stars, overpay role players and sign dubious long‑term contracts, producing a litany of free‑agency blunders across the cap era.

The Bruins have reshaped their roster with new forwards, a deep defensive pool and a fresh goaltending outlook, all aimed at topping last season’s 100‑point campaign.

The latest offseason transactions across the NHL feature a front‑office exit in Colorado, a top 2026 prospect’s entry‑level deal with San Jose, and Sergei Bobrovsky’s move out of Florida, while other teams hint at further changes.

The Boston Bruins wrapped up a four‑day development camp in Brighton, featuring 31 prospects from multiple draft classes. Highlights included strong showings from 2026 draftees, standout goaltenders, and a notable leap by the only first‑round pick.

Swedish forward Viktor Arvidsson signs a two‑year deal with the Detroit Red Wings, citing leadership goals and a desire to ignore the club’s uncertainty, while the team looks to improve its dismal five‑on‑five ranking.

The National Hockey League is witnessing a fundamental shift in how teams manage the most demanding position on the ice. With the regular season now stretched to 84 games, clubs are increasingly turning to shared goaltending arrangements, spreading the workload across multiple netminders to preserve performance and reduce injury risk.

San Jose has inked 27-year-old netminder Kyle Keyser to a one-year, two-way contract, leveraging his AHL and KHL pedigree to bolster the team's goaltending depth

The Minnesota Wild have agreed to a $900,000, one-year contract with veteran forward Nick Foligno, adding a seasoned presence and proven captaincy to their roster.

The Sharks secured the rights to Andre Gasseau in a June trade and finalized a two-year, two-way contract, bringing a versatile forward with a strong college pedigree to the team.

Boston’s aggressive maneuvering in free agency set off a chain reaction across the league, with major deals involving the Rangers, Lightning and other clubs.

The Boston Bruins announced a trade that sent defenseman Will Borgen to Boston in exchange for a second‑round and a third‑round draft pick, bolstering the team's blue line ahead of the postseason push.

On July 1 the Boston Bruins executed a flurry of trades and contracts, moving out goaltender Joonas Korpisalo and bringing in a mix of veteran depth and promising talent as they aim to bolster their roster for the upcoming season.

On the first day of NHL free agency, the Boston Bruins signed defensemen Connor Clifton and Jordan Harris, acquired Will Borgen from the New York Rangers, and swapped goaltender Joonas Korpisalo for forward Kalle Vaisanen and a draft pick, while also inkling several players to two‑way contracts.

Top contracts and player movements signal how AHL clubs are positioning themselves for competitive depth in the coming season

Boston and New York finalize a trade that sends defenseman William Borgen to the Bruins, accompanied by a package of future selections.

After being drafted by the Boston Bruins and later traded to the San Jose Sharks, Andre Gasseau commits to a two-way entry-level contract, bringing a college career highlighted by a Beanpot title and a 30-point season.

A.J. Greer signed a four‑year deal with the Ducks, citing the organization’s commitment, family‑friendly culture, and a chance to become a top‑nine player while continuing his mental‑health advocacy.

The New Jersey Devils have locked in forward Marc McLaughlin for the 2026-27 season with a two-way contract, outlining salary figures and reflecting on his recent performances.

The New Jersey Devils have signed forward Riley Tufte to a one-year, $850,000 contract, adding a proven AHL scorer with NHL experience and a championship pedigree.

Boston’s latest move adds defensive depth and preserves valuable cap flexibility as the club prepares for another run at the Stanley Cup.