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

NHL Player Contracts and Signings

The NHL offseason continues to bring significant player movement and contract news. The Winnipeg Jets have secured center Cole Perfetti with a five-year, $30 million deal avoiding arbitration. Defenseman Jamie Drysdale is set to remain with the Philadelphia Flyers after agreeing to a four-year contract worth $26 million finalizing terms. In St. Louis, the Blues have inked forward Connor McMichael to a substantial six-year, $40.5 million contract signing the forward. Meanwhile, Dallas Stars forward Jason Robertson accepted a $12 million deal, avoiding a salary arbitration hearing after leading the team with 96 points last season.

Executive Moves and Roster Moves

Beyond player contracts, significant executive changes are also shaping the league. Steve Yzerman has abruptly stepped down as the general manager of the Detroit Red Wings. In Utah, the Mammoth have extended defenseman John Marino with an eight-year, $54 million deal inked to an extension. Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard expressed his desire for winger Patrick Kane to return to the team he started his career with. The trade season is also heating up, with ESPN providing grades for various GM transactions evaluating the trades.