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The Florida Panthers traded for Jacob Markstrom and Angus Crookshank, a move that clears cap space and hints at Sergei Bobrovsky’s departure, while the Devils receive forward talent and a fresh start under new GM Sunny Mehta.
General manager Bill Zito is shaping the Panthers' lineup for the upcoming season, balancing a modest $5.8 million cap cushion with strategic acquisitions and the flexibility to exceed the NHL's $104 million ceiling.
The Florida Panthers enter the NHL's free‑agency window with a clear priority: securing a true No. 1 goaltender before the market opens on Wednesday at noon. After a season that left them just shy of the Stanley Cup final, the club finds itself squeezed by a $104 million salary cap that permits only a modest $5.8 million in available space, though the league's offseason over‑age provision allows a 10 percent stretch.
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.
The San Jose Sharks have extended qualifying offers to Collin Graf and Shakir Mukhamadullin while leaving Philipp Kurashev, Gabriel Carriere and Noah Beck unrestricted, sparking interest in Darnell Nurse and setting the stage for a busy free‑agency period across the league.
The Vegas Golden Knights have finalized a trade with the Florida Panthers, sending net‑minder Akira Schmid to the Sunshine State and netting a 2028 NHL Entry Draft third‑round pick.
The Golden Knights have limited salary‑cap room and a crowded roster, forcing tough decisions on veteran contracts and young talent as the offseason unfolds.
After a legal battle and a rocky start, Carter Hart’s exceptional playoff numbers have positioned him as a top contender for the Conn Smythe Trophy, while the Vegas Golden Knights rally around him ahead of the final against the Hurricanes
Finland crushed Latvia, Switzerland downed Great Britain, Canada survived an overtime battle with Norway, and Slovakia edged Denmark in a tight contest, setting the stage for the tournament’s next phase.