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Last updated: June 26, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

NHL OFFSEASON MOVES

The Ottawa Senators are securing defenseman Jordan Spence with a four-year contract extension worth $20 million, a move that will help solidify their blue line after he contributed to the team's injury-plagued season Senators signing Spence. Meanwhile, the New York Islanders are bringing back defenseman Tony DeAngelo on a two-year deal that is reportedly worth $4.5 million annually, aiming to bolster their defensive corps DeAngelo returning to Islanders. In another significant offseason transaction, the New York Rangers have traded forward Brett Berard to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for defenseman William Trudeau, marking a shift in their roster as they navigate a critical period Rangers start offseason.

NHL DRAFT PROSPECTS & TRADES

With the NHL Entry Draft looming, the Toronto Maple Leafs are widely anticipated to select Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 overall pick on Friday night. This decision places McKenna in a historical context, drawing comparisons to previous top selections like Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid Ranking No. 1 NHL Draft picks. The Rangers' trade of Berard to Montreal also signals a broader strategy of retooling and acquiring assets that could impact their future draft positioning or player development pipeline.