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Last updated: July 8, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Player Signings and Transactions Dominate Headlines

The NHL offseason is buzzing with significant player movement and contract extensions. Ottawa has secured a key piece for their future, re-signing veteran forward Claude Giroux to a one-year deal worth $2 million. Giroux, who is, is set to play his 20th NHL season after scoring a career-high 35 goals in his first year with the Senators. In a surprising move, Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson is leaving the organization to join the rival Toronto Maple Leafs as an associate coach announced Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Calgary Flames have inked defenseman Simon Nemec to a substantial five-year contract totaling $36.25 million on Monday. The Anaheim Ducks have also locked up a young defenseman, with restricted free agent Pavel Mintyukov signing a five-year extension worth $36 million on Sunday. Mintyukov has amassed 17 goals and 52 assists in his first 204 games.

The Nashville Predators made a significant move for their forward corps, signing center Mavrik Bourque to a six-year, $33 million contract on Saturday. Bourque, was acquired from the Dallas Stars. Dallas, however, is facing a contract dispute with their own leading scorer, Jason Robertson, who has filed for salary arbitration on Sunday. The Arizona Coyotes also navigated a contract situation, matching an offer sheet presented by the New Jersey Devils for forward Barrett Hayton and signing him to a one-year deal worth $4.775 million on Wednesday. Young forward Chase Stillman, has landed a one-year, two-way contract with the Detroit Red Wings, which will pay him $850,000 at the NHL level on Sunday.

Injury Concerns and Fan Engagement Emerge

Beyond the contract news, some concerning injury updates have surfaced. Chicago Blackhawks rookie sensation Connor Bedard is expected to miss four months after suffering a shoulder injury as reported by CBS Sports. This setback adds to the rebuilding Blackhawks' challenges. On a lighter note, the New York Islanders are engaging their fanbase in a unique way, launching a contest for fans to design the team's new third jersey for the 2027-28 season announced Wednesday. Finally, in a comment regarding his future, Alex Ovechkin remains non-committal about his retirement, with his wife suggesting he might play for one, possibly two, more seasons.