NHL Hockey 3 Days

Last updated: July 22, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

NHL Player Signings and Deals

The NHL offseason continues to heat up with several significant player contracts finalized. Center Cole Perfetti agreed to a five-year, $30 million deal with the Winnipeg Jets, avoiding salary arbitration. Defenseman Jamie Drysdale also secured his future with the Philadelphia Flyers. In St. Louis, the Blues inked forward Connor McMichael to a six-year, $40.5 million pact. The Utah Mammoth announced a major extension for defenseman John Marino, agreeing to an 8-year, $54 million deal. Meanwhile, Dallas Stars forward Jason Robertson, bypassing a salary arbitration hearing after leading the club with 96 points last season.

Front Office Moves and Team News

In a surprising development, Steve Yzerman of the Detroit Red Wings. The Carolina Hurricanes, as Stanley Cup champions, will have their games produced and distributed by the NHL for the upcoming season, a move also affecting the Columbus Blue Jackets, Minnesota Wild, and St. Louis Blues. Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard to the team where Kane began his NHL career. The league also held its NHL Broadcast Training Camp in New York, aiming to identify future player-turned-analysts.