
NHL Free Agency Kicks Off with Bruins Targeting Defensive Upgrades
The NHL's free‑agency period opened at noon ET, sparking a flurry of trades and signings that could reshape the Boston Bruins' blue line and ripple across the league.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Jesper Boqvist across Hockey.

The NHL's free‑agency period opened at noon ET, sparking a flurry of trades and signings that could reshape the Boston Bruins' blue line and ripple across the league.

The Florida Panthers executed multiple deadline deals, acquiring Garnet Hathaway, Akira Schmid, Jacob Markstrom and Angus Crookshank while parting ways with several veterans.

The Florida Panthers complete a high‑profile swap for veteran Jacob Markstrom, signaling the likely end of Sergei Bobrovsky's tenure, while the New York Rangers ink Pavel Dorofeyev to a seven‑year deal and other teams make significant roster adjustments.

The Panthers announced a major trade that brings Jacob Markstrom and Angus Crookshank to Florida while sending out three forwards to the New Jersey Devils.

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.

The New Jersey Devils secure forward Ben Steeves from the Florida Panthers in a five‑player transaction, while sending forward Angus Crookshank and other assets to Florida.

The Florida Panthers sent top AHL scorer Ben Steeves to the New Jersey Devils as part of a three‑team trade that also involved Evan Rodrigues, Jesper Boqvist and Angus Crookshank.
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 Panthers have most of their roster set, but they must fill two goaltending spots, re-sign restricted free agents and navigate a tight salary cap before the new season begins.