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Last updated: July 21, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

NHL Player Signings and Trades

The Philadelphia Flyers have been busy in the offseason to a four-year contract worth an average annual value of $9.125 million. The team also agreed to terms with defenseman Jamie Drysdale on a four-year deal worth $26 million. In Winnipeg, the Jets, securing his services with a five-year, $30 million contract. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Blues to a significant six-year deal valued at $40.5 million. ESPN's offseason trade grades are also available for review, covering recent major swaps.

Team News and League Schedule

Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard to the team. The NHL also, which will feature an expanded 84-game campaign, up from the previous 82 games. In a surprising move, Steve Yzerman of the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday. Additionally, ESPN offered a behind-the-scenes look at the, highlighting potential future analysts.