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Last updated: July 4, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

NHL OFFSEASON MOVES & CONTRACTS

Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn will return for his 18th season, committing his entire career to the franchise. The Minnesota Wild remained active, acquiring forward Blake Coleman and defenseman Olli Maatta from the Calgary Flames in addition to re-signing their own pending free agents. In a significant move for the future, the Toronto Maple Leafs signed Gavin McKenna, the projected No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL draft, to a three-year entry-level contract.

TEAM ADMINISTRATION & PLAYER COMMITMENTS

New York Rangers day-to-day operations will now be overseen by Quentin Dolan, the 32-year-old son of MSG Sports executive chairman James Dolan, the team announced Friday. Meanwhile, the Washington Capitals organization signaled Alex Ovechkin's return through a social media video, but the team had been active in preparations well before the announcement, indicating a busy offseason for the club as they secured Ovechkin's commitment.