NHL Free Agency: Record Spending and Roster Shifts
A $862 million spending spree on the first day of free agency reshapes rosters across the league, with marquee contracts and strategic trades defining the offseason landscape.
Jul 2, 2026
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Maple Leafs Sign Bobrovsky, Spark League‑Wide Roster Shifts
The Toronto Maple Leafs have committed to a three‑year, $21 million contract with Sergei Bobrovsky, a two‑time Stanley Cup champion, while a cascade of moves across the league reshapes rosters from San Jose to New York.
Jul 2, 2026
NHL Free Agency Rundown: Key Moves, Playoff Outlook, and Surprising Developments
The latest Hockey News Big Show episode unpacks free‑agency moves, playoff forecasts, and surprising player developments across the league.
Jul 1, 2026
NHL Free Agency Shakeup: Bobrovsky Joins Maple Leafs as Skinner Heads to Winnipeg
Sergei Bobrovsky's three‑year deal with Toronto and a series of high‑profile signings reshape the NHL landscape ahead of the new season.
Jul 1, 2026
NHL Free Agency Reshapes the League Ahead of 2026-27
The opening of NHL free agency has triggered a cascade of player transactions, with the Avalanche seeking depth, the Panthers forming a new goaltending duo, and the Devils gaining assets while shedding contracts.
Jul 1, 2026
NHL Free Agency Outlook: Bobrovsky and Top Players Set for Big Moves
Veteran netminder Sergei Bobrovsky is poised to become an unrestricted free agent, drawing attention from contending clubs as the NHL's salary cap climbs to $104 million per team.
Jun 30, 2026
Panthers Acquire Markstrom in Deal That Could Signal Bobrovsky Exit
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.
Jun 30, 2026
Florida Panthers’ GM Bill Zito Eyes Roster Completion Ahead of New Season
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.
Jun 30, 2026
Florida Panthers Eye Goalie Upgrade as Free Agency Looms
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.
Jun 30, 2026
NHL Front Office Shake‑ups and Camp Openers Set the Stage for a New Season
From Jack Drury’s Predators contract to Darnell Nurse’s trade list, the latest moves across the league hint at a volatile summer and a fresh competitive landscape.
Jun 29, 2026
Bruins Development Camp Opens as Trade Rumors Swirl
The Boston Bruins kicked off their development camp today, welcoming a 2026 draft class while trade rumors involving Darnell Nurse, Zach Werenski and other key players dominate the conversation.
Jun 29, 2026
USA Hockey Leaders Earn ESPY Nominations Ahead of Live Awards Show
USA Hockey stars receive ESPY nominations as fan voting opens for the July 15 awards ceremony.
Jun 27, 2026
NHL Draft Day Brings Trade Rumors and Roster Moves
The first day of the NHL Draft saw the New York Islanders re‑sign Tony DeAngelo, inquiries about Mathew Barzal, and a series of goalie and forward moves that set the stage for the evening’s selections.
Jun 26, 2026
NHL Trade Rumors Heat Up Ahead of Draft
With high‑profile offers on the table and veteran players eyeing new destinations, the NHL offseason trade market is poised for major shifts before the upcoming draft.
Jun 26, 2026
NHL Draft 2026: Top Pick, Major Trades and Expansion Rumors
The 2026 NHL Draft is shaping up with Gavin McKenna expected to go first overall to the Toronto Maple Leafs, while blockbuster trades and expansion talks dominate the conversation.
Jun 26, 2026
Hoffmann Family Takes Ownership as Penguins Navigate Trades and Draft Night
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced the Hoffmann Family of Companies as new owners, introduced a trade for Hendrix Lapierre, and faced trade rumors involving Jason Robertson and Mason McTavish ahead of the NHL Draft.
Jun 26, 2026
Red Wings’ Goaltending Crossroads: Postava, Cossa, and the Road Ahead
Steve Yzerman weighs a veteran backup against a promising Czech prospect as the Red Wings navigate goaltending uncertainty for the 2026‑27 season.
Jun 26, 2026
ESPY Awards Shine a Light on U.S. Hockey Stars
The 2026 ESPY Awards highlight U.S. hockey excellence with multiple nominations across athlete, play and performance categories, inviting fans to help decide the winners.
Jun 25, 2026
U.S. Hockey Legends Earn ESPY Nominations Ahead of July 15 Awards Showcase
The ESPY Awards will honor top athletes on July 15, with fan voting now open for categories featuring U.S. hockey stars.
Jun 25, 2026
Penguins Rebuild: A Trade Strategy Overhaul Amid League-Wide Moves
The latest wave of NHL trades sees the Capitals lock in Alex Tuch, the Avalanche gamble on Zachary L’Heureux, and the Penguins pivot toward a draft‑focused strategy, while rumors about Connor McDavid, Morgan Reilly and others dominate the conversation.
Jun 25, 2026
Penguins Pursue Trade Upgrades Ahead of Draft
The Pittsburgh Penguins are exploring trades for several high‑profile forwards and defensemen, weighing cost, fit and long‑term strategy.
Jun 25, 2026
The Hockey News Big Show Previews Draft and Free Agency with Trade Insights
In a recent episode of The Hockey News Big Show, analysts Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos unpack the latest NHL trades, from the Bowen Byram deal to potential impacts on the St. Louis Blues, Ottawa Senators and other teams ahead of the draft and free agency.
Jun 24, 2026
NHL Trade Rumors and Draft Outlook Dominate The Hockey News Big Show
The latest episode of The Hockey News Big Show brings together former NHL forward Drew Shore, analyst Ryan Kennedy and journalist Michael Traikos to unpack the most consequential trades, team strategies and player fits shaping the 2026 season.
Jun 24, 2026
Brady Tkachuk’s Move Signals a New Era for the NHL
The recent transfer of Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators to the Florida Panthers illustrates a broader shift in the NHL, where rising financial and cultural pressures are prompting U.S. talent to seek opportunities south of the border.
Jun 24, 2026