Maple Leafs Target Right‑Handed Forwards and Goaltending Upgrades in 2026 Free Agency
The Toronto Maple Leafs plan to bolster their right‑handed scoring and address goaltending depth ahead of the 2026 free‑agency period.
Jul 1, 2026
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Blue Jackets Lock Up Ryan Lomberg on Two‑Year Deal
The club announced a $1.3 million average annual value contract with the 31‑year‑old forward, who brings 394 NHL games and 72 career points.
Jul 1, 2026
Mason Marchment Returns Home, Signs Five‑Year Deal with Sharks
Veteran forward Mason Marchment inked a five‑year, $7 million‑average‑annual‑value contract with the San Jose Sharks, bringing his hard‑charging style and 63‑goal production from the past three seasons back to his hometown.
Jul 1, 2026
Mason Marchment’s Free Agency Outlook Amid Sharks, Canadiens Interest
With the free‑agency period approaching, Mason Marchment is projected to attract a strong market, while Claude Giroux and Patrick Kane evaluate their options after recent contract negotiations.
Jul 1, 2026
NHL Free Agency Opens with Trade Rumors and Contract Talks
With unrestricted free agents now eligible to sign, the league sees a flurry of moves, including a collapsed trade framework between Dallas and Columbus, ongoing talks around Jason Robertson, and a podcast featuring agent Allain Roy that sheds light on player motivations.
Jul 1, 2026
Sharks’ Free‑Agent Exodus Looms as Key Players Eye New Destinations
The NHL’s free‑agency period will open at 9 a.m. PT on July 1, and the San Jose Sharks find themselves at the center of a talent shuffle.
Jul 1, 2026
Zach Werenski’s No‑Movement Clause Sparks Trade Rumors Ahead of Potential Move
Zach Werenski, the reigning Norris Trophy winner, has made it clear that he does not want to leave Columbus for Dallas, despite a tempting offer from the Stars that would have brought defenseman Thomas Harley back to Ohio.
Jul 1, 2026
Dallas Stars’ Offseason Shaken by Vetoed Trades
The Dallas Stars faced setbacks as both Zach Werenski and Jason Robertson turned down proposed trades, leaving the team with limited options heading into the free‑agency period.
Jul 1, 2026
NHL Free Agency Outlook: Bobrovsky and Top Players Set for Big Moves
Veteran netminder Sergei Bobrovsky is poised to become an unrestricted free agent, drawing attention from contending clubs as the NHL's salary cap climbs to $104 million per team.
Jun 30, 2026
Trent Vogelhuber Joins Columbus Blue Jackets Staff
The Blue Jackets appoint former AHL player and longtime Monsters coach Trent Vogelhuber as an assistant, highlighting his extensive playing background, coaching achievements, and the confidence placed in him by head coach Rick Bowness.
Jun 30, 2026
Kings Add Hall of Fame Coach Phil Housley to Leadership Ranks
The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of coaching appointments that bring decades of NHL experience to the bench.
Jun 30, 2026
Veteran forward Whitney transitions to NHL coaching staff
Long‑time NHL forward Whitney, who amassed 1,330 games and 1,064 points, is now stepping behind the bench, bringing his deep knowledge of the game to a coaching role.
Jun 30, 2026
Sabres tap Lucic, promote Roest and Kennedy in sweeping operations overhaul
The Buffalo Sabres have added former NHL enforcer Milan Lucic to their pro scouting staff while promoting Stacy Roest and Tim Kennedy to key leadership roles, bolstering the team’s player personnel and development departments.
Jun 30, 2026
NHL Trade Rumors and Prospect Highlights Heat Up Ahead of Season
Prospects impress in development camp, GM Kyle Dubas makes a pivotal trade, and rumors swirl around Zach Werenski, Jason Robertson and several free‑agent stars.
Jun 30, 2026
Vogelhuber Joins Blue Jackets; Bootland Takes Reins of Monsters
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.
Jun 30, 2026
Penguins Prospects Shine as Trade Deadline Moves Heat Up
Pittsburgh's development camp impresses director Tom Kostopoulos, Dubas trades Jack St. Ivany for David Gustafsson, and the NHL trade market crackles with frustration over Columbus' handling of Werenski while other teams negotiate contracts and explore moves.
Jun 30, 2026
Michigan State Forwards Set for Blue Jackets Development Camp
Both players are heading to Columbus as the Blue Jackets open their development camp, bringing fresh energy to a program that’s shaping the future of the franchise.
Jun 30, 2026
Michigan State Forwards Shine at Blue Jackets Development Camp
Two Michigan State hockey standouts are spending the week at the Columbus Blue Jackets' development camp, preparing for the next chapter of their careers.
Jun 30, 2026
Bruins Extend Contracts While Free Agents Head to Market
The Boston Bruins have issued qualifying offers to four restricted free agents, while three others will become unrestricted free agents on July 1. Notable performances and recent trades add context to the upcoming roster reshuffle.
Jun 29, 2026
Blue Jackets Extend Jack Williams Through 2028
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.
Jun 29, 2026
Makar’s $20 Million Deal Sets the Stage for a Busy NHL Off-Season
As the NHL's July 1 deadline looms, top defenseman Cale Makar's looming $20 million contract and a cascade of high-profile negotiations reshape the league's financial landscape.
Jun 29, 2026
Bruins Development Camp Opens as Trade Rumors Swirl
The Boston Bruins kicked off their development camp today, welcoming a 2026 draft class while trade rumors involving Darnell Nurse, Zach Werenski and other key players dominate the conversation.
Jun 29, 2026
Minnesota Wild Draft Three Prospects in 2026 NHL Draft
The Wild added size and skill with the selections of Adam Andersson, Kayden Lemire, and Filip Ruzicka.
Jun 29, 2026
Wild’s 2026 Draft: A Small but Strategic Class
The Minnesota Wild selected just three players in the 2026 NHL Draft, the smallest class in franchise history. The picks — Adam Andersson, Kayden Lemire and Filip Ruzicka — address specific gaps as the team looks to stay competitive.
Jun 29, 2026