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The South Carolina Stingrays have signed forward Luka Burzan, a 26‑year‑old who spent the last three seasons playing in Hungary, Slovakia, Denmark and Sweden, adding depth and international flair to the roster.
After a fifth‑place finish in the Atlantic Division, the Hershey Bears have signed veteran defenseman Jacob MacDonald to a one‑year, two‑way contract, hoping his offensive and defensive prowess will spark a Calder Cup run.
The Providence Bruins announced Thursday that they have secured the services of four players — Wyatt Bongiovanni, Nolan Renwick, Chris Ortiz and Max Wanner — through one‑year American Hockey League contracts, bolstering depth and experience for the upcoming campaign.
The Washington Capitals have added a seasoned blue-liner on a two-way contract, with NHL and AHL salary structures outlined, as the team looks to reshape its defensive options.
Arthur Kaliyev, a 40‑goal AHL scorer, is set to explore free agency after the Belleville Senators opted not to re‑sign him. Teams from the Flames to the Wolves are eyeing his offensive firepower.
The AHL’s Providence Bruins have added Wyatt Bongiovanni, Nolan Renwick, Max Wanner and Chris Ortiz to one‑year deals, while veteran Michael Sgarbossa looks to return from Switzerland and Jaxsen Wiebe commits to a Slovak club.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have secured forward Hendrix Lapierre with a two‑year agreement, adding a proven playoff performer to their roster through the 2027‑28 season.
The Adirondack Thunder have secured forward Jace Isley for the upcoming campaign, adding depth and experience to their roster.
The San Jose Sharks have agreed to a one‑year, two‑way contract with forward Brett Leason, adding a 27‑year‑old who posted 44 AHL points last season and earned the E.J. McGuire Award of Excellence.
The New York Islanders have agreed to a one-year contract with veteran netminder Vitek Vanecek, bringing a proven record and international experience to the crease.
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.
Nick Bootland, a 47‑year‑old veteran of minor league hockey, has been appointed head coach of the Cleveland Monsters, bringing a decade‑plus track record of playoff success and a deep‑rooted connection to the AHL.
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 Pittsburgh Penguins announced the acquisition of forward Hendrix Lapierre from the Washington Capitals, trading away a 2027 third‑round pick and a 2028 fifth‑round pick.
The New York Islanders have repeatedly turned the 13th overall selection into impactful talent, a pattern that continues into the upcoming 2026 draft.
Washington will open its preseason against Boston, host Philadelphia in Hershey, and close the exhibition run with a final game before the regular season begins
The Washington Capitals announced a multiyear contract extension for head coach Spencer Carbery, recognizing his award‑winning leadership and a strong record that positions the team for future success.
The Toronto Marlies took a 3-0 series lead in the Calder Cup Finals after a 1-0 win over the Chicago Wolves, with Easton Cowan scoring the only goal and Artur Akhtyamov making 24 saves.
Ethan Bear's recent contract adds depth to the Islanders' defense, leveraging his AHL scoring record and gold-medal pedigree.
Joe Pavelski, a 1,300‑game NHL veteran, has spoken with the Toronto Maple Leafs about a head‑coaching vacancy, while the Calgary Wranglers added John Dean to their staff and the Hershey Bears re‑signed forward Jalen Luypen.
The Wilkes‑Barre/Scranton Penguins saw their 2025‑26 campaign conclude in heartbreaking fashion on Tuesday night, as the Toronto Marlies edged them 4‑3 in overtime of Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Final.
After 800 AHL games, two Calder Cups and 72 NHL appearances, veteran defenseman Aaron Ness has announced his retirement, closing a career that spanned three NHL clubs and eight seasons with the Bears.
After fifteen years with the Hershey Bears and stints in the NHL, Aaron Ness has called time on his professional hockey career, leaving behind a legacy of durability, leadership, and championship success.
After eight seasons with the Hershey Bears, two Calder Cup championships and a record‑setting playoff run, Aaron Ness has announced his retirement from professional hockey.