
Scott Laughton Extends Contract with Los Angeles Kings Through 2029
The Kings announced a three‑year extension for forward Scott Laughton, securing the 32‑year‑old through the 2028‑29 season.
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The Kings announced a three‑year extension for forward Scott Laughton, securing the 32‑year‑old through the 2028‑29 season.

Top contracts and player movements signal how AHL clubs are positioning themselves for competitive depth in the coming season

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 Los Angeles Kings have secured forward Erik Haula on a two‑year, $3.6 million‑per‑season contract through 2027‑28, adding a seasoned scorer and international medalist to their roster.

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

The Philadelphia Flyers announced the signing of forward Carl Grundstrom to a one‑year contract worth $1 million, adding depth and experience to the roster.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have agreed to a one‑year contract with forward Andrei Kuzmenko, worth $5 million annually and extending through the 2026‑27 season. The move comes after Kuzmenko’s strong showing with the Los Angeles Kings, where he contributed 25 points in 52 games.

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.

Mats Zuccarello signed a $1 million, one‑year contract with the Los Angeles Kings, ending a seven‑year tenure with the Minnesota Wild where he formed a tight bond with star Kirill Kaprizov.
The United States Hockey League will field a new team in Simi Valley starting in 2027‑28, backed by a new arena, city partnership and NHL Hall of Fame leadership.

Liam Greentree, a Rangers prospect, is focusing on skating and adaptation as he looks to translate his OHL success into the AHL and beyond.

The Panthers have secured Ben Steeves, Tobias Bjornfot and Mikulas Hovorka with qualifying offers, while Mike Benning, Wilmer Skoog and Evan Nause head for unrestricted free agency.

The Buffalo Sabres have offered contracts to Peyton Krebs and Olen Zellweger, while four other players become free agents, setting the stage for a reshaped roster ahead of the 2026‑27 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.
Three Bemidji State University players receive NHL development camp invitations, highlighting a promising pipeline of talent from the university to the professional ranks.

The Wild added size and skill with the selections of Adam Andersson, Kayden Lemire, and Filip Ruzicka.

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.

The Wild added size, skill, and potential between the pipes in the latest draft, selecting Andersson in the third round, Lemire in the fourth, and Ruzicka in the fifth.

The University of Denver’s hockey program celebrated a landmark draft as four incoming freshmen were selected, headlined by Daxon Rudolph’s fourth‑overall pick by the Buffalo Sabres.

Minnesota moved up to the 83rd overall pick, selecting the 6‑foot‑4 forward from Sweden while also securing a future selection in the deal.

A flurry of draft‑day deals saw contending clubs swap picks and prospects, clearing cap space and adding talent as the new season looms.

A whirlwind of moves at the NHL draft saw the New York Rangers acquire Pavel Dorofeyev, the Boston Bruins obtain JJ Peterka, and several other franchises reshuffle their rosters, setting the stage for a competitive upcoming season.

The 2026 NHL Draft saw two Denver alumni drafted in the opening round, with Rudolph landing fourth overall and Lin at 21st, a first in program history and a testament to the university’s rising talent pipeline.

The Utah Mammoth swapped picks #19 and #83 to the Los Angeles Kings to secure the 17th overall selection, choosing winger Ethan Belchetz, a 6‑foot‑5 forward projected as a top‑10 talent. The Kings used the moved‑up pick to draft Swedish forward Elton Hermansson, who topped the World U18 Championship in scoring.