Makar deal shows wisdom of Habs’ blueline bet
Montreal GM Kent Hughes managed to get the core of his blueline under long-term contract at a fraction of the future cost, Travis Yost writes.
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Ex-Maple Leafs F Jarnkrok signs in Sweden after 13 NHL seasons
After 13 seasons in the NHL, Calle Jarnkrok will be continuing his career in Sweden.
Waddell ‘confident’ Blue Jackets will sign RFA Fantilli before training camp
Just over the two weeks remain before the Columbus Blue Jackets open training camp and restricted free agent Adam Fantilli is still without a contract in place.
Blackhawks sign D Korchinski to two-year, $2.65M contract extension
The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Saturday that they have signed restricted free agent defenceman Kevin Korchinski to a two-year, $2.65 million contract extension.
Makar’s landmark deal includes highest AAV in NHL history
The record for the NHL’s highest cap hit just keeps rising. Colorado Avalanche defenceman Cale Makar now tops the list after signing an eight-year, $163.2 million deal on Friday. The deal, which kicks in to begin the 2027-2028 season, carries a historic $20.4 million cap hit.
Avalanche sign Makar to largest deal in NHL history
The Colorado Avalanche have signed defenceman Cale Makar to the largest contract in NHL history. The new deal is for eight years and $163.2 million and carries an annual cap hit of $20.4 million.
Hellebuyck open to a variety of teams as he becomes the latest Team USA gold-medallist to request trade
Connor Hellebuyck is the third member of the United States team that won gold at the Olympics in February to ask for a trade, but his request is different in the sense that he is willing to waive his no-movement clause for a variety of teams.
Former first-rounder Boucher aiming to finally crack Sens’ lineup after flurry of setbacks
Forward Tyler Boucher has yet to play a game for the Ottawa Senators more than five years after being selected No. 10 overall. Now 23, Boucher is determined to crack the Sens’ lineup this season at the NHL level in what could be his last shot with the organization.
Celebrini says he left money on the table in record-setting $94M extension with Sharks
San Jose Sharks superstar Macklin Celebrini says he was always out to land under the maximum allowable average annual value of $20.8 million
Oilers hire veteran coach Donskov as consultant
The Edmonton Oilers have hired Misha Donskov as a coaching consultant, the NHL club announced Thursday.
Jets star Hellebuyck goes public with trade request as training camp nears
Connor Hellebuyck released a statement on Thursday confirming he requested a trade from the Winnipeg Jets this summer.
Canucks sign Driedger to PTO after stint in KHL with Demko’s opening-day status unclear
The Vancouver Canucks signed goaltender Chris Driedger to a professional tryout agreement on Thursday.
Canucks GM Johnson noncommittal on Demko timeline as camp looms
The Vancouver Canucks are prepared to be patient as goalie Thatcher Demko works his way back from undergoing hip surgery in January.
Jim Brown statue outside Browns’ stadium used to send Watson message
Someone taped signs on Hall of Famer Jim Brown’s statue outside the Cleveland Browns ' stadium criticizing the team for having quarterback Deshaun Watson on its roster because of his checkered past.
Andersen, Janmark, Savoie and Regula to miss Oilers training camp
Edmonton Oilers training camp will get underway next month, but four players will remain absent. The team announced Wednesday that goaltender Frederik Andersen, forwards Mattias Janmark and Matt Savoie and defenceman Alec Regula will not participate.
Blues prospect Mayich hospitalized after off-ice training incident
St. Louis Blues prospect Matthew Mayich is hospitalized after an off-ice training incident in Arizona last week, the team confirmed on Wednesday.
‘Super fresh’ Hedman ready to bounce back from injury-plagued season with Lightning
Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman is feeling healthy and ready to return for his 18th NHL season. The 35-year-old suited up in just 33 games last year due to injury and a personal leave of absence, but is now ready and motivated to get the Lightning back to contender status after a string of first-round exits.
Report: Wild remain in negotiations with D Hughes, no trade talks taking place
The Minnesota Wild are still firmly negotiating with star defenceman Quinn Hughes on a potential contract extension, and a source reiterated in no uncertain terms that rumours of trade discussions with other teams are false, according to The Athletic's Michael Russo.
Report: Senators closing on decision on next captain to replace Tkachuk
It appears the Ottawa Senators will not be waiting long to replace departed forward Brady Tkachuk as team captain.
Capitals sign G Petersen to professional tryout
The Washington Capitals announced that goaltender Cal Petersen will join training camp on a professional tryout agreement.
Veteran F Hayes signs in KHL after 12 NHL seasons
Veteran forward Kevin Hayes signed a one-year deal with the KHL’s Ak Bars Kazan on Tuesday, leaving the NHL after 12 seasons in the league.
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