
Erik Haula Signs Two‑Year Deal with Los Angeles Kings
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.
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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.

Veteran forward Vinnie Hinostroza has agreed to a two‑year contract with the Colorado Avalanche, extending his NHL career through the 2027‑28 season. The deal follows an 18‑point season with Minnesota and Florida, and reflects the Avalanche’s intent to bolster its forward lines.

Nashville Predators have agreed to a $7 million, two‑year contract with veteran forward Alexander Kerfoot, who brings a strong faceoff record and 305 career NHL points.

The Chicago Blackhawks have officially signed forward Cole Smith on a three‑year, $3 million average annual value contract, aiming to reinforce their fourth line and penalty kill. The move comes amid questions about the team’s decision to let Ilya Mikheyev depart for Tampa Bay.

The Chicago Blackhawks have secured forward Cole Smith to a three-year agreement, bringing a proven blend of scoring and hard-hitting play to the roster.

After a 31‑8‑1 campaign, the University of Michigan men’s hockey team is adding top prospects, including CHL standout Landon DuPont and Memorial Cup‑winning defenseman Cameron Reid, to bolster a blue line that already boasts depth and experience.

The Wolverines finished 31-8-1 last year and are bolstered by the addition of dynamic defenseman Cameron Reid, a first‑round NHL pick poised to lead a deep defensive corps.

A look at the latest moves, including Nashville’s acquisition of Bourque and Lyubushkin, Ottawa’s re‑signing of Cousins, and Florida’s high‑profile trades, reveals how teams are reshaping their rosters through the marketplace

Dallas secures two future draft selections by sending Mavrik Bourque and Ilya Lyubushkin to Nashville, a move that bolsters the franchise's long‑term strategy.

Nashville Predators complete a blockbuster deal with the Dallas Stars, sending 2027 and 2028 draft selections to bring in Mavrik Bourque and Ilya Lyubushkin, aiming to strengthen their lineup for the upcoming season.

Alderman Greg Caesar expresses cautious optimism about a large sports complex, while residents of Fieldstone Farms raise traffic and environmental questions.

Drafted 26th overall, Ryker Lee is using his rookie season at Michigan State and a stint at Predators camp to sharpen the skills that earned him the nickname ‘The Wizard.’

The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of coaching appointments that bring decades of NHL experience to the bench.
Tommy Bleyl, a highly touted defenseman drafted by the Nashville Predators, has decided to join Michigan State University this fall, bringing elite skating and a deep‑rooted hockey pedigree to a Spartans roster already packed with first‑round talent.
The Nashville Predators are making bold moves this summer, highlighted by Pekka Rinne’s Hall of Fame election, a busy draft, and several high‑impact trades that could redefine the team’s fortunes.

The Predators are actively reshaping their roster with high‑profile shakeups, and fans who have been on summer break may have missed a flurry of developments as free agency officially opens.

The Vancouver Canucks acquire Brendan Gallagher from the Montreal Canadiens, while the Florida Panthers add Radko Gudas and Akira Schmid, and other teams make significant signings.

After a challenging 11‑22‑3 campaign, the University of Minnesota men's hockey team welcomes new head coach Brett Larson, a revamped roster, and a 35‑game schedule that includes high‑profile rivalries.

Defenseman Tommy Bleyl, drafted by the Predators and formerly of the Moncton Wildcats, will play for Michigan State University in the 2026‑27 campaign, accelerating his move from the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.

University of Minnesota’s men’s hockey program secures a commitment from Brayden Willis, a 65‑point standout from the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, signaling a bright future for the Gophers.

Minnesota dominated the 2026 NHL Draft, accounting for 22% of American picks and twelve of the total selections, highlighting the effectiveness of its grassroots hockey ecosystem.

After three seasons, Tolvanen’s two‑way production dipped and the Kraken are poised to reshape their wing corps ahead of the upcoming free‑agency period.

Vancouver’s trade of Nils Höglander to Nashville for a 2029 third‑round pick highlights a pivotal moment for both the player and the franchise.

Nashville adds depth and experience to its forward lines by securing Nils Hoglander from Vancouver, while the Canucks receive a future draft asset.