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Five years after his untimely death in a fireworks accident, the legacy of Matiss Kivlenieks continues to shape the Columbus Blue Jackets and the broader hockey community.
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.
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.
The Ontario Reign said goodbye to center Glenn Gawdin and goaltender Pheonix Copley as they signed with the New York Rangers and Columbus Blue Jackets respectively, prompting new signings and roster adjustments.
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.
Owen Sillinger has agreed to a one‑year, two‑way contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets, continuing his journey with the organization that gave him his NHL debut.
The Philadelphia Flyers have agreed to terms with forwards Jack Studnicka, Danila Klimovich, Zach Aston‑Reese and defenseman Cam Dineen, each inking multi‑year contracts that add depth and experience to the roster.
The Blue Jackets add depth and physicality to their roster as they ink Riley Bezeau to a 2026‑27 contract.
The Vegas Golden Knights announced the hiring of Mark Letestu, a veteran player and recent AHL coaching standout, to strengthen their coaching roster.
Mark Letestu is set to join the Vegas Golden Knights as an assistant coach for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a blend of AHL success and NHL playing experience to the bench.
Trent Vogelhuber is now an assistant with the Columbus Blue Jackets, while Nick Bootland has been named head coach of the Cleveland Monsters, bringing fresh leadership after recent playoff successes.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have secured forward Jack Williams with a two‑year, two‑way contract through 2027‑28, rewarding his strong AHL performance and promising NHL development.
Columbus has secured forward Mikael Pyyhtia on a contract that runs through the 2027‑28 NHL season, combining a two‑way deal in 2026‑27 with a guaranteed NHL spot the following year.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have added forward Luke Tuch to their roster, trading the 23‑year‑old Hunter McKown to the Montreal Canadiens. The move brings a physically imposing, collegiate‑trained player into the fold as the Jackets look to bolster their forward depth.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have secured the services of defenseman Corson Ceulemans through the 2026‑27 season, rewarding his breakout year and cementing a key piece of their future blue line.
Columbus Blue Jackets have secured a one‑year, two‑way contract extension for prospect Corson Ceulemans, a move that underscores the organization’s confidence in his offensive instincts and puck‑moving abilities.
The Marlies secured their second AHL championship with a hard-fought Game 5 triumph, highlighted by Vinni Lettieri's power‑play goal and Artur Akhtyamov's stellar performance.
The Colorado Eagles finished second in the Pacific Division and reached the Western Conference Finals, driven by Coach Mark Letestu and a talented roster facing a major free‑agent turnover.
Veteran youth hockey leader Chris Davidson, known for his work with the Seacoast Spartans and Seacoast Performance Academy, has been diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer. In response, a community‑wide fundraiser will be held at The Rinks at Exeter on June 20, featuring a game, raffles, a skills competition and a free clinic led by University of New Hampshire staff. The event underscores a outpouring of support that includes a GoFundMe surpassing $170,000 and donations from NHL franchises.
With the NHL draft and free agency approaching, Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell is mapping out a plan that blends trade talks, key signings and the development of a deep prospect pool to secure a playoff spot.
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 Columbus Blue Jackets have agreed to a one-year, two-way contract with forward James Malatesta, a 23-year-old Montreal native who brings AHL experience, penalty-minute leadership and a Memorial Cup pedigree.
Tyler Angle’s debut with the Griffins sparked a season of career‑high performances, playoff contributions and a looming free‑agency decision.