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Last updated: July 17, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

NHL Offseason Signings and Transactions

The St. Louis Blues with a six-year, $40.5 million contract. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Flyers reached an agreement with defenseman Jamie Drysdale on a four-year deal worth $26 million, and also to a four-year contract averaging $9.125 million annually. The Winnipeg Jets agreed to terms with center Cole Perfetti on a five-year, $30 million deal, and the New Jersey Devils to a two-year contract valued at $9.5 million. The New York Rangers, agreeing to a one-year deal.

Team News and Schedule Updates

The Carolina Hurricanes on September 29th when they host the Florida Panthers to open the NHL season. The league, which will feature an expanded 84-game regular season. In personnel news, Steve Yzerman of the Detroit Red Wings. The Buffalo Sabres have hired veteran NHL executive John Davidson as a senior advisor.

Player Contract Discussions and Future Outlook

Macklin Celebrini, the Sharks center, indicated a willingness to consider a hometown discount on his next contract to aid the team. Celebrini was also revealed as the cover athlete for the EA Sports NHL series. The Washington Capitals' long-term strategy has revolved around keeping Alex Ovechkin with the organization since his draft in 2004.