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The Detroit Red Wings announced the acquisition of forward Keegan Kolesar from the Vegas Golden Knights, parting with two late‑round picks. The move adds a proven playoff contributor to a rebuilding roster.
Top contracts and player movements signal how AHL clubs are positioning themselves for competitive depth in the coming season
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 Los Angeles Kings announced a series of contracts that could reshape their blue line and forward corps heading into the 2026‑27 season.
The Detroit Red Wings announced the signing of forwards Cameron Butler and Wilmer Skoog to one‑year, two‑way contracts, aiming to bolster depth and competitiveness.
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.
Lane Pederson has agreed to a two-year, two-way contract with the Los Angeles Kings, bringing a prolific AHL scorer back to the NHL.
Detroit's latest signing adds depth to the crease, pitting Tarasov against Gibson and Postava while the club eyes future prospects.
The Blue Jackets have locked in Ryan Lomberg for two more seasons, adding a proven Cup winner and a hard‑hitting presence to their roster.
The Blue Jackets add depth and physicality to their roster as they ink Riley Bezeau to a 2026‑27 contract.
Ian Cole, 37, signed a $4 million contract through the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and experience to the Blackhawks' defensive corps.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed 34‑year‑old goaltender Pheonix Copley to a one‑year contract for the 2026‑27 season, bringing NHL experience and AHL accolades to the roster.
The Toronto Maple Leafs plan to bolster their right‑handed scoring and address goaltending depth ahead of the 2026 free‑agency period.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of coaching appointments that bring decades of NHL experience to the bench.
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.