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Last updated: July 7, 2026, 5:33 AM ET

NHL Player Transactions and Contract News

The NHL saw significant player movement and contract signings on Monday, with the Calgary Flames securing defenseman Simon Nemec to a five-year deal worth $36.25 million signed Nemec to deal. In Anaheim, restricted free agent defenseman Pavel Mintyukov inked a five-year extension valued at $36 million, following a strong initial three seasons where he accumulated 17 goals and 52 assists over 204 games signed Mintyukov extension. The Nashville Predators also made a substantial commitment, signing center Mavrik Bourque to a six-year, $33 million contract signed Bourque contract.

Forward Chase Stillman has agreed to a one-year, two-way contract with the Detroit Red Wings, with the deal set to pay $850,000 if he plays in the NHL signed Stillman deal. Meanwhile, Dallas Stars leading scorer Jason Robertson has filed for salary arbitration filed for arbitration. On the veteran front, Alex Ovechkin has not definitively stated if this season will be his last, indicating his wife believes he has one or potentially two more years remaining in his career Ovechkin unsure about end.