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Last updated: July 8, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

NHL Offseason Moves & Player News

The NHL offseason is heating up with significant contract signings and arbitration filings. Ottawa re-signed veteran forward Claude Giroux to a one-year deal worth $2 million, allowing the 38-year-old to play his 20th NHL season Giroux re-signs. In Anaheim, restricted free agent defenseman Pavel Mintyukov secured a five-year extension totaling $36 million, a deal that sees him stay with the Ducks for over two decades of his career Ducks dodge offer sheet. Meanwhile, the Calgary Flames committed to defenseman Simon Nemec with a five-year, $36.25 million contract Flames sign Nemec. The Arizona Coyotes are set to retain forward Barrett Hayton, matching an offer sheet from the Devils and signing him to a one-year, $4.775 million contract Mammoth match offer.

Dallas Stars leading scorer Jason Robertson has filed for salary arbitration, a move that could signal further contract discussions after he previously declined a long-term offer from the Seattle Kraken Stars' top scorer. On the injury front, Chicago Blackhawks phenom Connor Bedard will miss approximately four months after suffering a shoulder injury, presenting another setback for the rebuilding franchise Blackhawks' Bedard to miss. Alex Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals' captain, has not committed to retiring after this season, with his wife suggesting he may play for one or two more years Ovi not sure.

In a surprising move, Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson is leaving his role with Ottawa to join the rival Toronto Maple Leafs as an associate coach Sens legend Alfredsson leaves. Teams are also engaging in the trade market, with various general managers receiving grades for their offseason dealings in a rapidly developing trade season Offseason trade grades. The New York Islanders are engaging their fanbase by launching a contest for fans to design the team's new third jersey for the 2027-28 season Isles launch fan contest.