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Derek Forbort

Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Derek Forbort across Hockey.

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Related entitiesGrand Forks, North Dakota, United StatesBrainerd, Minnesota, United StatesDuluth, Minnesota, United StatesSt. Albert, Alberta, CanadaCanada, VancouverUnited States, UtahCanada, MontrealUnited States, AnaheimUnited States, SeattleUnited States, FloridaUnited States, DallasUnited States, New Jersey

Former UND Hockey Stars Head into NHL Free Agency

Three University of North Dakota alumni are poised to enter the NHL free‑agency market, bringing Stanley Cup experience, extensive game logs and collegiate pedigree to the open market.

Jun 30, 2026

NHL Teams Leverage Bonus Structures to Navigate Salary Cap in Free Agency

With the 2026‑27 free‑agency period underway, the NHL’s collective bargaining agreement offers performance bonuses that let teams sign veterans like Patrik Laine and Alex Ovechkin to low‑value contracts. These incentives, however, carry cap‑over penalties if milestones are missed, forcing clubs to balance risk and reward.

Jun 3, 2026