Curtis Douglas Signs Two-Year Deal with Seattle Kraken
Former Vancouver Canucks forward Curtis Douglas has signed a two-year contract with the Seattle Kraken.
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Wednesday, July 1
Mason Shaw Returns to Minnesota Wild on One-Year Deal
Gritty forward Mason Shaw has returned to the Minnesota Wild on a one-year contract. After a two-year stint in the Winnipeg Jets' system, the fan-favorite returns to St. Paul to bring his physical edge back to the organization that originally drafted him.
Stuart Skinner Signs Two-Year, $7.5 Million Deal with Jets
Goaltender Stuart Skinner has signed a two-year, $7.5 million contract with the Winnipeg Jets, carrying an AAV of $3.75 million. Skinner, who reached the Stanley Cup Final with Edmonton in 2024 and 2025 and finished last season in Pittsburgh, joins the Jets amid ongoing trade speculation surrounding Connor Hellebuyck to bolster the team's goaltending depth.
Ryan Lomberg Signs Two-Year Deal with Columbus Blue Jackets
Energy forward Ryan Lomberg has signed a two-year deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets. Lomberg, who had a second stint with the Calgary Flames, brings his recognizable physical play and energy to the Blue Jackets' depth chart.
Dennis Hildeby Traded to Tampa Bay Lightning
Goaltender Dennis Hildeby has been traded by the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Tampa Bay Lightning as part of a deal that brought center Nick Paul to Toronto. The trade also included a pair of draft picks.
Nick Paul Traded to Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired center Nick Paul from the Tampa Bay Lightning in a trade that sent goaltender Dennis Hildeby and a pair of draft picks to Tampa Bay. The move follows an aggressive free agency period for Toronto as they look to solidify their center depth.
Erik Gustafsson Joins Los Angeles Kings
Veteran defenseman Erik Gustafsson has joined the Los Angeles Kings. The move is part of an aggressive wave of roster changes for the Kings as they reshape their team during the opening of free agency.
Nick Jensen Enters Free Agency, Leaving Ottawa
Nick Jensen has officially entered free agency, ending his time with the Ottawa Senators. His departure has sparked further discussion among fans regarding the team's previous trade acquisitions.
Jakob Chychrun Trade Remains Point of Discussion
Following the departure of Nick Jensen in free agency, Ottawa Senators fans continue to scrutinize the value received in the trade for Jakob Chychrun, as the team navigates roster changes.
Dillon Dube Signs with Blues, Rejoins Carter Hart
Dillon Dube has signed an $850,000 one-way contract with the St. Louis Blues. The signing marks the second player acquitted in the 2018 world junior sexual assault case to secure an NHL deal, reuniting Dube with Carter Hart in the league.
Oliver Bjorkstrand Signs One-Year Deal with Rangers
The New York Rangers have signed free-agent winger Oliver Bjorkstrand to a one-year, $4.5 million contract. The 31-year-old, who spent last season with the Tampa Bay Lightning, recorded 12 goals and 20 assists in 80 games. The Rangers added Bjorkstrand to bolster their middle-six forward group, aiming to add consistent production to their lineup.
Adam Beckman Signs Two-Year, Two-Way Deal with Colorado
The Colorado Avalanche have signed forward Adam Beckman to a two-year, two-way contract. Beckman, who recorded 30 goals in the AHL with the Bridgeport Islanders last season, joins Colorado to add proven scoring depth to the organization.
Daniil Tarasov Signs One-Year, $2 Million Deal with Detroit
Goaltender Daniil Tarasov has signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Detroit Red Wings. The move provides Detroit with additional depth in the crease for the upcoming season. Tarasov joins the Red Wings after spending the previous season with the Florida Panthers.
Nico Daws Re-signs with New Jersey Devils on Two-Year Deal
The New Jersey Devils have re-signed goaltender Nico Daws to a two-year contract with an AAV of $1.1 million. The deal is structured to pay Daws $975,000 for the 2026-27 season and $1,225,000 for the 2027-28 season. This extension provides the Devils with continued options and depth in their goaltending rotation.
Andrei Kuzmenko Joins Pittsburgh Penguins on One-Year Deal
Winger Andrei Kuzmenko has signed a one-year, $5.0 million contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Known for his elite hands and scoring ability, Kuzmenko joins the Penguins as the team aggressively adds depth. His recent career has been impacted by injuries, but the Penguins are banking on his offensive upside to strengthen their roster for the upcoming season.
Cole Schwindt Signs Two-Year Deal with Florida Panthers
The Florida Panthers have signed forward Cole Schwindt to a two-year contract. A former draft pick of the organization, Schwindt returns to Florida to serve as a versatile bottom-six center as the team bolsters its roster depth.
Alexander Petrovic Signs Two-Year Deal with Florida Panthers
The Florida Panthers have signed veteran defenseman Alexander Petrovic to a two-year contract. Petrovic, a former draft pick of the organization, returns to Florida to provide shutdown defensive depth for the two-time champions.
Mackie Samoskevich Signs Contract with Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken have officially signed forward Mackie Samoskevich. The former Florida Panthers prospect joins the Kraken as part of a broader series of roster moves involving young players heading to the Western Conference.
Rangers Acquire Goaltender Joonas Korpisalo from Boston
The New York Rangers have acquired goaltender Joonas Korpisalo from the Boston Bruins in exchange for a 2028 fourth-round draft pick and prospect Kalle Vaisanen. The move is intended to bolster the Rangers' goaltending depth. Korpisalo departs Boston, leaving the Bruins in need of a new backup goaltender, while Ottawa continues to retain a portion of his salary.
Islanders Secure Goalie Depth Amid Varlamov Uncertainty
The New York Islanders have signed Vitek Vanecek to a one-year contract, a move intended to provide goaltending depth in the event that Semyon Varlamov is not ready to return to the lineup.