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Last updated: June 21, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

NHL TRANSACTION ROUNDUP

The Florida Panthers have significantly bolstered their forward corps by acquiring captain Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators in a blockbuster deal, sources confirmed Sunday. Tkachuk, who joins his brother Matthew in Sunrise, arrives in exchange for a package of draft picks, signaling a major shift for both franchises. In a separate move involving Florida, the Panthers also traded forward Mackie Samoskevich to the Seattle Kraken, with Seattle sending the No. 25 overall pick in the upcoming NHL draft back to Florida. The Kraken, meanwhile, have secured forward Bobby McMann on a six-year contract, signaling their intent to build around their young core.

Elsewhere in the league, the Edmonton Oilers have locked up center Jason Dickinson, agreeing to terms on a five-year contract worth $20 million. This deal prevents Dickinson, known for his defensive prowess, from exploring free agency and provides the Oilers with crucial depth down the middle as they prepare for their next Stanley Cup push.