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Last updated: June 17, 2026, 8:40 PM ET

NHL Draft & Transactions

The Buffalo Sabres acquired the No. 20 pick from San Jose in a draft-night trade that saw defenseman Michael Kesselring and the No. 27 selection head to the Sharks, who hold the second overall choice. In professional women's hockey, the Vancouver Goldeneyes selected Caroline Harvey first overall in the PWHL entry draft, adding the NCAA defenseman and 2026 Olympic gold medalist to their roster ahead of the league's inaugural season.

Front Office & Coaching Moves

Nashville turned to veteran leadership hiring Jamie Langenbrunner as special assistant to general manager Chris Mac Farland, bolstering their management team after a front office reshuffle. Meanwhile, Vegas promoted Ryan Craig from their AHL affiliate to become head coach, elevating the former minor-league bench boss to replace John Tortorella after just one season behind the Golden Knights' bench.