NHL Hockey 3 Days

Last updated: July 23, 2026, 5:31 PM ET

NHL Transactions and Signings

The Chicago Blackhawks as Patrick Kane agreed to a two-year deal worth an average of $8 million annually, marking his return to the franchise where he achieved superstardom. In another significant contract move, the Columbus Blue Jackets, signing Jet Greaves to a three-year, $15 million contract that will keep him with the team through the 2028-29 season. Meanwhile, the Utah Mammoth to defenseman John Marino, inking him to an eight-year, $54 million extension. Dallas forward Jason Robertson opted for a substantial deal, accepting a $12 million contract with the Stars after leading the team with 96 points last season and previously rejecting a trade to the Seattle Kraken.

League Production and Special Events

The NHL of television production for several teams, including the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes, Columbus Blue Jackets, Minnesota Wild, and St. Louis Blues, for the upcoming season. In a unique crossover event, the Hockey Diversity Alliance's SummerFest in Toronto Marshawn Lynch as a special guest, adding a football element to the youth event. The Winnipeg Jets joined in on a playful jab directed at the Miami Heat, capitalizing on a late-night mistake by the basketball team to create some NHL-related humor.