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Last updated: July 23, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Front Office Shake-Ups and Player Signings

The Detroit Red Wings saw a significant change in their front office as Steve Yzerman as general manager on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Flyers have agreed to terms with defenseman Jamie Drysdale on a four-year contract worth $26 million. In St. Louis, the Blues to a six-year, $40.5 million deal. The Utah Mammoth also made a substantial commitment to an eight-year, $54 million extension. Dallas forward Jason Robertson avoided arbitration, accepting the Stars' $12 million offer after leading the club with 96 points last season.

Offseason Moves and Future Outlook

The NHL is for the upcoming season for the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes, as well as the Columbus Blue Jackets, Minnesota Wild, and St. Louis Blues. The offseason trade market is heating up, with. Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard expressed his desire for winger Patrick Kane to return to the team, calling it an "incredible" prospect.

League News and Community Events

A humorous observation was made regarding the Winnipeg Jets, who capitalized on a Heat mistake for social media engagement. Off the ice, the Hockey Diversity Alliance is at its Summer Fest in Toronto, with former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch set to attend.