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The Calgary Flames played their final Stanley Cup playoff game on May 26, 2022, and since then have undergone a near‑complete roster reconstruction, retaining only captain Mikael Backlund.
The Detroit Red Wings' decade‑long playoff drought has been compounded by captain Dylan Larkin's official trade request, prompting GM Steve Yzerman to weigh a move that could reshape the franchise's future.
The NHL announces a $104 million salary cap for the 2026‑27 season, prompting star forward Connor Bedard to pursue a $17 million average annual value contract, echoing Kirill Kaprizov's record‑setting deal.
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 Calgary Flames traded Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta for defenseman Jake Middleton and multiple draft picks, leveraging ample cap space to add physicality while preserving future competitiveness.
After seven seasons with the Minnesota Wild, Mats Zuccarello denies any lingering anger over his departure, signs a $1 million contract with the Los Angeles Kings, and anticipates a new chapter in both his hockey career and family life.
The Minnesota Wild select 6‑foot‑4, 218‑pound Swedish center Adam Andersson with the 83rd overall pick, trading up from 89 to secure a promising two‑way forward.
Several former Ottawa Senators players have announced contracts with NHL teams, marking a reshuffling of talent during the current free‑agency period.
Several former Ottawa Senators players have signed new contracts with various NHL teams, detailing terms and their recent histories with the club.
Several players have secured new deals ranging from AHL contracts to overseas commitments, reshaping rosters across North America and abroad.
Mats Zuccarello’s departure creates a void that reshapes the Wild’s attack, forcing Kirill Kaprizov to adapt to a new linemate and a different style of play.
The Philadelphia Flyers have presented Anaheim with a $90 million, five‑year contract for Leo Carlsson, the richest annual salary since the cap era began, while the Minnesota Wild's $136 million deal for Kirill Kaprizov marks the largest total NHL contract to date.
The Philadelphia Flyers have presented an $18 million AAV offer sheet to Anaheim Ducks star Leo Carlsson, forcing the Ducks into a seven‑day match decision while raising questions about future contracts for Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini and other emerging talent.
The Wild are exploring a potential trade for Jack Hughes, a 25‑year‑old center who won Olympic gold and remains under an $8 million annual contract. To make room, Minnesota is weighing offers that could involve Kirill Kaprizov and a pursuit of Dylan Larkin, while navigating limited cap space and a need for top‑six forward depth.
The latest episode of The Hockey News Big Show unpacks contract extensions, blockbuster trades, and future outlooks across the NHL, highlighting the Canadiens' core lock‑down, Wild additions, and predictions for Alex Ovechkin's upcoming season.
The Chicago Blackhawks' second day of free agency was marked by a shoulder injury to top prospect Connor Bedard and several notable league‑wide signings.
The Hockey News Big Show unpacks core player lock‑ins, goalie battles, and bold predictions across several NHL teams.
The Wild have signed free‑agent forward Max Shabanov to a one‑year, $1.6 million deal, banking on his elite skating and offensive upside to boost a team that finished outside the playoffs last season.
Recent chatter links Detroit’s star center to Minnesota, while Toronto’s defenseman and Vancouver’s forward consider possible shifts ahead of the next season.
The Penguins made no moves on Day 2 of free agency, sparking criticism of GM Kyle Dubas while trade speculation heats up across the league.
An exploration of the ‘ghost roster’ concept reveals how teams chase ill‑fitting stars, overpay role players and sign dubious long‑term contracts, producing a litany of free‑agency blunders across the cap era.
Mats Zuccarello has signed with the Los Angeles Kings, seeking to revitalize their offense after a disappointing season.
The Minnesota Wild have finalized the signing of Maxim Shabanov, a 25-year-old Russian forward, to a $1.6 million contract, leveraging his elite KHL scoring record to strengthen their offensive depth.
The Minnesota Wild have signed forward Max Shabanov to a one-year, $1.6 million contract, leaving them with just $795 K of salary‑cap space. The move caps an offseason of quiet maneuvering and adds depth after Shabanov’s injury‑marred rookie season.