NHL Hockey 3h Briefing
×Last updated: July 15, 2026, 11:30 AM ET
Front Office Shakeups and Player Signings
The Buffalo Sabres espn.com to a four-year contract extension worth $18 million. Veteran executive John Davidson has also joined the Sabres as a senior advisor. Meanwhile, the New Jersey Devils espn.com to a two-year deal valued at $9.5 million. The New York Rangers espn.com, agreeing to a one-year contract. In a surprising move, Steve Yzerman espn.com as the general manager of the Detroit Red Wings.
Contract Negotiations and Future Outlook
San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini, who will be the youngest player espn.com to grace the cover of EA Sports' NHL series at age, indicated a willingness to take a hometown discount on his next contract. Celebrini stated he espn.com consider taking less than market value to help the team. The league is also seeing significant activity in the trade and free agency markets, with grades being assigned to various GM decisions and player acquisitions.