
Nick Foligno Signs with Minnesota Wild on a One-Year Deal
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.
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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 Chicago Blackhawks have locked in Bowen Byram with a new deal, added forward Cole Smith and defenseman Ian Cole, and extended qualifying offers to prospects including Connor Bedard, while making several moves elsewhere in the league.

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 latest wave of NHL free‑agency signings features both bargain‑filled contracts that look like steals and high‑priced agreements that raise eyebrows, shaping the landscape for teams eyeing immediate contention.

The Panthers announced a one-year, two-way deal with forward Sam Lafferty, a 31-year-old who brings NHL experience and international exposure to the roster.

The Chicago Blackhawks have committed to two forwards, Dillon Boucher and Connor Mylymok, with one-year, two-way contracts, aiming to bolster their American Hockey League options.

The Avalanche announced the addition of Vinnie Hinostroza, Adam Beckman, Jaden Schwartz and Noah Juulsen, aiming to strengthen forward and defensive depth.

The Chicago Blackhawks have secured Bowen Byram with a six‑year, $12.5 million contract that will keep him in Chicago through 2032‑33, positioning him as the league’s top‑paid defenseman in 2027‑28 while GM Kyle Davidson emphasizes the importance of retaining elite talent.

The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of contracts that could reshape their blue line and forward corps heading into the 2026‑27 season.

Los Angeles has secured Erik Gustafsson for the upcoming season, a move that adds depth and experience to its blue line. The agreement reflects the team's confidence in the 34‑year‑old's ability to contribute both offensively and defensively.

Veteran forward Vinnie Hinostroza has agreed to a two‑year contract with the Colorado Avalanche, extending his NHL career through the 2027‑28 season. The deal follows an 18‑point season with Minnesota and Florida, and reflects the Avalanche’s intent to bolster its forward lines.

Sergei Bobrovsky's three‑year deal with Toronto and a series of high‑profile signings reshape the NHL landscape ahead of the new season.

Ian Cole, 37, signed a $4 million contract through the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and experience to the Blackhawks' defensive corps.

The Chicago Blackhawks have officially signed forward Cole Smith on a three‑year, $3 million average annual value contract, aiming to reinforce their fourth line and penalty kill. The move comes amid questions about the team’s decision to let Ilya Mikheyev depart for Tampa Bay.

Bowen Byram's six‑year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks marks a pivotal moment for the franchise and its defensive future.

The Chicago Blackhawks have secured forward Cole Smith to a three-year agreement, bringing a proven blend of scoring and hard-hitting play to the roster.

The Blackhawks have signed the 37-year-old two-time champion to stabilize their defense and mentor younger talent.

Trevor van Riemsdyk signs an $8 million, two‑year contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins, bringing his championship experience and defensive reliability to a team eager to end a three‑year playoff absence.

The Blackhawks have secured Bowen Byram to a six‑year, $75 million contract, guaranteeing a $12.5 million average annual value and positioning the 23‑year‑old as the league's top‑paid blue‑liner.

Three of the sport’s most promising women’s hockey players are participating in the Edmonton Oilers’ development camp, a program designed to provide elite female talent with NHL‑level resources and exposure ahead of the 2028 PWHL Draft.

The Colorado Avalanche are scouting cost‑effective forwards who could complement their roster, with veteran left wing Jonathan Drouin, goal‑scoring right wing Patrik Laine and versatile center Philipp Kurashev emerging as plausible targets.

The Minnesota Wild enter the 2026 free‑agency period with limited financial flexibility, aiming to address a top‑line center need, backup goaltending and retain core talent while weighing high‑profile free agents and possible trades.

The Chicago Blackhawks have extended qualifying offers to Connor Bedard and other restricted free agents, made key draft selections, traded Andre Burakovsky, and announced plans for Bowen Byram's development, while veteran Jonathan Toews retired and the PWHL revealed its first outside investors.

The Tampa Bay Lightning's 2026 Development Camp opened on Monday, featuring player testing, skating work and a mix of drafted prospects and invitees, with veteran coaches providing mentorship ahead of a public 3‑on‑3 tournament.