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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.
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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.

Alex Ovechkin has re‑signed with the Washington Capitals for a 22nd season on a $9 million contract, aiming to add another playoff run to his legendary career.

Alex Ovechkin has re‑signed with the Washington Capitals for a 22nd season, securing a contract that blends modest salary with sizable bonuses while targeting a playoff run.

After a record‑breaking campaign that saw Ovechkin surpass Wayne Gretzky’s long‑standing mark, the veteran forward announced his return with a simple declaration: “I’m back.”

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 University of Maine men's ice hockey team has announced a 15‑player roster addition, featuring forwards, defensemen and goaltenders with varied junior and college experience.

The Tampa Bay Lightning have secured John Carlson on a two-year, $17 million contract, hoping the experienced blueliner will shore up their defense and spark a playoff push.

A whirlwind day in the NHL saw the Pittsburgh Penguins make unexpected roster moves, including the retention of Zach Werenski, while other franchises executed major trades and signings, leaving commentators scrambling to parse the implications.