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The Washington Capitals have agreed to a one-year, two-way contract with veteran defenseman Jacob MacDonald, who arrives after a record-setting season in the AHL where he captured the Eddie Shore Award and topped all AHL blueliners in goals.
The Columbus Blue Jackets navigate a busy summer of roster changes, coaching hires and trade speculation while coping with the recent death of a young goaltender.
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.
Jason Robertson's filing for salary arbitration makes him ineligible for offer sheets and pushes him toward a one‑year deal that could reshape the Stars' roster and influence the broader market for restricted free agents.
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.
A look at the key players, contract demands and the broader impact on the league as the arbitration deadline passes.
The Buffalo Sabres are charting a new offensive direction after losing 44 goals from Alex Tuch and Bowen Byram, targeting experienced wingers to restore power‑play potency.
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.
The Blue Jackets navigate a busy offseason with new head coach Don Granato, contract extensions, and high‑profile trade chatter involving several roster players.
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.
Several former Ottawa Senators players have signed new contracts with various NHL teams, detailing terms and their recent histories with the club.
A look at the blockbuster deal that sent Al MacInnis to St. Louis and brought Phil Housley to Calgary, its immediate ripple effects, and the lasting legacies of the players involved.
The Maple Leafs' offseason acquisitions of Colton Sissons, Teddy Blueger and Brandon Duhaime bring proven penalty‑killing talent, prompting coach Jim Hiller to consider reducing Auston Matthews' defensive workload and boosting his offensive output.
The Philadelphia Flyers' unprecedented deal has ignited a cascade of contract negotiations and strategic moves across the league.
After three seasons in San Jose, Mario Ferraro signed a three‑year, $12 million contract with the Winnipeg Jets, citing health, family and a fresh start as key factors.
The San Jose Sharks have added several AHL‑ready players and announced the dates for their Rookie Faceoff event, while other NHL teams also made notable moves.
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 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.
In their 10th‑anniversary podcast, hosts Mike and Dan unpack the Islanders' free‑agency activity, the loss of Anders Lee and the strategic cap‑space planning that could reshape the club by 2027.
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 Penguins made no moves on Day 2 of free agency, sparking criticism of GM Kyle Dubas while trade speculation heats up across the league.
Devils GM Sunny Mehta reshapes the roster with key extensions, trades, and depth signings, aiming to foster a winning culture and accelerate player development through the Utica Comets.
Alex Ovechkin has re‑signed with the Washington Capitals on a $4.25 million, one‑year contract, promising to blend his experience with a renewed push for playoff success.
The veteran Russian forward, now 41, has agreed to a new deal that blends a modest base salary with sizable bonuses, promising to add another chapter to his record‑breaking goal tally.