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Connor Bedard Signs Five-Year, $75 Million Extension With Blackhawks
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Jamie Drysdale Signs Four-Year, $26 Million Contract With Flyers
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Canadiens Bring Back Kirby Dach on One-Year Deal
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Blues Sign Connor McMichael to Six-Year, $40 Million Deal
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Nicholas Robertson Inks Two-Year Contract With Penguins
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Cole Perfetti Agrees to Five-Year Contract With Jets
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Connor Bedard Signs Five-Year, $75 Million Extension With Blackhawks
Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard (shoulder) has signed a five-year, $75 million contract extension, giving him the third-highest cap hit in the NHL next season. His average annual value of $15 million is surpassed only by Anaheim's Leo Carlsson ($18 million) and Minnesota's Kirill Kaprizov ($17 million). Bedard, who turned 21 on Friday, was a restricted free agent. Unfortunately, Bedard's season debut in 2026-27 will be delayed by shoulder surgery. On July 9, the Blackhawks announced that Bedard is expected to be out for approximately four months. Once he's back, he will set his sights on maintaining a point-per-game pace for a second consecutive year. Bedard finished last term with 75 points (30 goals, 45 assists) in 69 outings. -
Jamie Drysdale Signs Four-Year, $26 Million Contract With Flyers
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Jamie Drysdale will remain with the franchise on a four-year, $26 million contract. As a restricted free agent, the 24-year-old had a salary arbitration hearing scheduled for Monday. After struggling to stay healthy early in his NHL career, Drysdale has performed solidly for the Flyers. He matched his career high with 32 points (eight goals, 24 assists) in 78 games last term, adding 94 blocks. Flyers general manager Daniel Briere expressed confidence that Drysdale's best performances are still to come, so it wouldn't be surprising if he nears the 40-point mark in the next few seasons. -
Canadiens Bring Back Kirby Dach on One-Year Deal
Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach will play out the 2026-27 campaign on a one-year, $3.6 million contract. He received only a slight raise from his previous four-year, $13.45 million deal. Dach, who was a restricted free agent, struggled badly with injuries during his last contract. The 25-year-old was limited to 37 appearances in 2025-26, totaling 15 points (seven goals, eight assists). He's yet to play more than 58 games in a season for Montreal, so Dach's main goal next season should be an injury-free campaign. If he stays healthy, Dach could become a 40-point scorer while averaging about two hits per game. -
Blues Sign Connor McMichael to Six-Year, $40 Million Deal
St. Louis Blues forward Connor McMichael has been handed a six-year, $40.5 million contract by the team. He was a restricted free agent after earning $2.1 million in each of the last two seasons. The Blues brought in McMichael from the Washington Capitals in the deal that sent Jordan Kyrou to D.C. last month. He's scored over 100 points over the last two years, though McMichael had a mediocre 46-point campaign in 2025-26. With a larger role in St. Louis, the 25-year-old could make a greater impact. A middle-six role awaits him, along with regular power-play time. -
Nicholas Robertson Inks Two-Year Contract With Penguins
Pittsburgh Penguins winger Nicholas Robertson has signed a two-year, $6.5 million contract. As a restricted free agent, Robertson filed for salary arbitration, with a hearing scheduled for late July. Ultimately, he managed to work out a deal with his new team. The Penguins acquired Robertson's rights from the Toronto Maple Leafs on July 1 in exchange for a 2028 fourth-round draft pick. Robertson posted a career-high 32 points (16 goals, 16 assists) in 78 games last season, but it wasn't enough to interest the Maple Leafs' brass in keeping him around. A fresh start in Pittsburgh isn't a bad alternative for Robertson, especially if he can carve out a top-six role. -
Cole Perfetti Agrees to Five-Year Contract With Jets
Winnipeg Jets forward Cole Perfetti has avoided a salary arbitration hearing by signing a five-year, $30 million contract. The Jets now won't have to worry about Perfetti's contract situation for quite some time, though questions about his ability may linger within the organization. In 2025-26, Perfetti totaled only 32 points (12 goals, 20 assists) in 68 games. Still, at 24 years old, Perfetti is a relatively young player and has time to prove his worth in the league. He was a 50-point scorer only two seasons ago. -
Trevor Zegras Signs Four-Year Extension With Flyers
Philadelphia Flyers forward Trevor Zegras signed a four-year, $36.5 million contract on Wednesday, avoiding salary arbitration. With the average annual value of his contract at $9.125 million, Zegras is now Philadelphia's highest-paid player. He earned a handsome deal after putting up a career-high 67 points (26 goals, 41 assists) in 81 games last season. Zegras chipped in with two goals and four assists in 10 games during the postseason. Six years into his NHL career, Zegras has reached the 60-point plateau three times. Provided he stays injury-free, a 70-point campaign should be well within his reach next season. -
Oilers Re-Sign Colton Dach for Two Years
Edmonton Oilers forward Colton Dach has signed a two-year, $2.4 million contract extension. He finished his entry-level contract at the end of the 2025-26 season, becoming a restricted free agent. The Oilers acquired Dach from the Chicago Blackhawks in March. Due to health issues, he appeared in only eight regular-season games for his new club, scoring two goals and delivering two assists. Dach also racked up 30 hits. For the season, he managed 13 points (five goals, eight assists) and 219 hits in 61 games. The 23-year-old is a hitting machine, but doesn't offer much else in fantasy hockey. -
Braden Schneider Agrees to One-Year, $5.5 Million Deal With Rangers
New York Rangers defenseman Braden Schneider will stay in the Big Apple for the start of the 2026-27 campaign with a one-year, $5.5 million contract. The two sides reached a new deal before a salary arbitration hearing. Schneider has just finished his fifth season with the Rangers, recording a team-high 141 blocks in 82 games. He ranked third with 163 hits and tallied 18 points (two goals, 16 assists). Schneider's role has steadily expanded in New York, but his fantasy value remains limited by his lack of offensive upside. -
Peyton Krebs Avoids Arbitration With Four-Year, $18 Million Contract
Buffalo Sabres forward Peyton Krebs signed a four-year, $18 million contract extension on Monday. He was a restricted free agent who filed for salary arbitration on July 5. Krebs cashed in on a career year. Despite averaging only 13:46 of ice time, he recorded 39 points (12 goals, 27 assists) and 201 hits in 82 games. Krebs added six points (two goals, four assists) in 13 outings during his first career postseason campaign. Buffalo has used Krebs throughout the lineup, making him a valuable piece for the team. However, his inconsistent ice time makes him difficult to trust in fantasy leagues. -
Dylan Larkin Adds Fourth Team to Trade List
Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin has expanded his list of acceptable trade destinations to four teams, MLive's Ansar Khan reports. His original list included the Florida Panthers, Minnesota Wild, and Vegas Golden Knights. It has now been revealed that the Red Wings captain would also accept a trade to the Dallas Stars. According to Khan, there have been discussions about a potential deal involving Wyatt Johnston and Jason Robertson. Larkin has five years remaining on his contract, which carries an average annual value of $8.7 million. The American star is seeking a fresh start after missing the playoffs in Detroit for 10 consecutive seasons. -
Frederik Andersen Confident of Being Healthy for Start of Season
Edmonton Oilers goaltender Frederik Andersen (knee) is confident he will be available at the start of the season. Speaking to reporters at his introductory media conference, Andersen said he sustained a knee injury during the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals. "I did some medicals and I was assured that I just needed some time to rest," Andersen said of his knee. "No intervention, surgery or anything was said to be necessary, so that's very reassuring." After winning the Stanley Cup with the Carolina Hurricanes, Andersen signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Edmonton Oilers as a free agent. He will be part of a three-man rotation in the crease alongside Tristan Jarry and Devon Levi. All three netminders will see their fantasy value decline because of this situation. -
Ducks Match Flyers' Offer Sheet for Leo Carlsson
Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson will remain with the team after the club matched the Philadelphia Flyers' eye-popping offer sheet, ESPN's Kristen Shilton reports. After Carlsson finished his entry-level contract, the Flyers signed him to a five-year, $90 million deal. This contract makes Carlsson the highest-paid player in the NHL. He will have an $18 million cap hit, surpassing Kirill Kaprizov's new deal, which will take effect next season, by $1 million. "It's going to be a special feeling, having this pressure," Carlsson said. "I always wanted to be a Duck. It's my home, too. I'm just super excited to be back." Last season, Carlsson narrowly missed out on being a point-per-game player, finishing with 29 goals and 38 assists in 70 appearances. Questions will arise if he cannot increase his production in the 2026-27 season. -
Tyson Hinds Signs Two-Year Contract With Ducks
Anaheim Ducks defenseman Tyson Hinds has signed a two-year, $1.8 million contract. The 23-year-old made his first six NHL appearances in 2025-26 and is expected to have a full-time role next season. In his six outings, Hinds didn't register any points, but he averaged one hit per game and had 10 blocks across 15:37 of ice time per game. He held a regular role during the postseason, recording one assist, one SOG, 17 hits, and five blocks in nine games. Hinds went down in history as only the second player to earn his first career point with the Ducks in the playoffs. While it's always exciting to see new talent enter the league, Hinds doesn't offer much for fantasy purposes. -
Barrett Hayton Remains With Mammoth
Utah Mammoth center Barrett Hayton will stay in Salt Lake City after the team matched the New Jersey Devils' offer sheet, ESPN's Kristen Shilton reports. Hayton inked a one-year, $4.775 million deal. Under the terms of the offer sheet, the Mammoth aren't allowed to trade Hayton for 12 months. However, he will be eligible to sign a contract extension on Jan. 1. While Hayton had a disappointing 2025-26 campaign, Mammoth general manager Bill Armstrong called him "a key piece" for the team. The former fifth-overall pick produced 25 points (10 goals, 15 assists) in 67 games. Utah will want to see the 2024-25 version of Hayton next season. Two seasons ago, he had a career year with 20 goals and 46 points. -
Connor Bedard to Miss Start of Season Due to Shoulder Surgery
Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard (shoulder) underwent surgery and won't be available for the start of the 2026-27 season, ESPN's Greg Wyshynski reports. Chicago announced that Bedard is expected to make a full recovery in "an approximate timeline of four months." The new season will start in late September. Bedard, who is a restricted free agent, injured his left shoulder a week ago during a training session. Last season, the young superstar missed time due to a right shoulder injury, finishing with 75 points (30 goals, 45 assists) in 69 contests. It's unfortunate that Bedard has suffered another injury blow. However, he should provide outstanding fantasy value once he has recovered. Until then, Frank Nazar appears poised to serve as the top-line center. -
David Kampf Heads to Europe
Buffalo Sabres center David Kampf has signed a three-year deal with HC Litv nov in the Czech Extraliga. He will return to his home country after nine seasons in the NHL. Kampf split the 2025-26 campaign between the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals. He couldn't establish himself on either squad, tallying only six points (two goals, four assists) in 40 games. In June, Washington traded his rights to the Buffalo Sabres as part of the Alex Tuch deal. Kampf also played for the Chicago Blackhawks and Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL, scoring 50 goals and 149 points in 576 career games. Given his age — Kampf turned 31 in January — it appears unlikely that he will return to North America. -
Flames Sign Simon Nemec to Five-Year, $36.25 Million Deal
Calgary Flames defenseman Simon Nemec has signed a five-year, $36.25 million contract with the team as a restricted free agent. Calgary acquired Nemec from the New Jersey Devils on June 23. Nemec, a former second-overall pick, notched a career-high 26 points (11 goals, 15 assists) in 68 games last season. His work included 101 SOG and 104 blocks. While Nemec didn't stand out in New Jersey, he is expected to have a larger role with his new squad, which should boost his fantasy profile. He won't be 23 until February, so the Slovak native has plenty of time to grow as a player. -
Daemon Hunt Agrees to One-Year Deal With Wild
Minnesota Wild defenseman Daemon Hunt has signed a one-year, $900,000 contract with the club. The 24-year-old was a restricted free agent after appearing in a career-high 32 games last season. Hunt finished the campaign with six assists, 19 SOG, 43 blocks, and 21 hits. He will fill a depth role on the blue line and is unlikely to see regular action in 2026-27. Quinn Hughes and Brock Faber will be the main men on defense for Minnesota, though Hughes has not yet signed a contract extension with the franchise. -
David Gustafsson Inks One-Year Contract With Penguins
Pittsburgh Penguins center David Gustafsson signed a one-year, $850,000 contract with the team on Sunday. He became a restricted free agent on July 1, a few days after the Penguins acquired him from the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for defenseman Jack St. Ivany. Gustafsson will hope to make an NHL comeback with the Penguins. He has played in 149 career NHL games but was limited to AHL action last season. With the Manitoba Moose, Gustafsson recorded 32 points (10 goals, 22 assists) in 48 outings. He added four points (one goal, three assists) in seven games during the Calder Cup Playoffs. -
Arturs Silovs Re-Ups With Penguins for One Year
Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Arturs Silovs has signed a new one-year contract with the team. As a restricted free agent, he landed a deal worth $2.8 million. Silovs had his first season with the Penguins in 2025-26, posting a 19-12-8 record across 38 regular-season starts. He gave up 3.07 goals with a .887 save percentage. With Stuart Skinner now in Winnipeg, Silovs could be Pittsburgh's No. 1 next season. He already finished the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs as a starter, impressing with his steady play. Silovs registered a 2-1 record, a 1.52 goals-against average, and a .939 save percentage during the postseason. -
Ducks Re-Sign Pavel Mintyukov on Five-Year, $38 Million Contract
Anaheim Ducks defenseman Pavel Mintyukov signed a five-year, $36 million contract on Sunday. He secured a lucrative deal as a restricted free agent just days after Ducks center Leo Carlsson signed an offer sheet with the Philadelphia Flyers. Mintyukov played a career-high 73 games last season, recording 22 points (eight goals, 14 assists), 79 SOG, and 112 blocks. He must offer significantly more going forward to live up to his new contract. Since he won't turn 23 until November, Mintyukov still has plenty of time to develop as a player. -
Mavrik Bourque Lands Six-Year, $33 Million Contract From Predators
Nashville Predators forward Mavrik Bourque has signed a six-year, $33 million contract. The 24-year-old was a restricted free agent after completing his entry-level contract with the Dallas Stars. Nashville acquired Bourque from Dallas on July 1. Bourque had a fine year in 2025-26, producing 20 goals and 21 assists in 82 contests. He could have a larger role on his new squad, which would help Bourque make a bigger impact in fantasy hockey. His addition to the team is part of a retooling plan under new general manager Chris MacFarland. -
Emil Andrae Agrees to Two-Year Contract With Maple Leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Emil Andrae inked a two-year, $3.1 million contract on Saturday. He was a restricted free agent. Toronto acquired Andrae from the Philadelphia Flyers two weeks ago. The 24-year-old Swedish blue-liner failed to establish himself in Philadelphia and saw action in only 61 regular-season contests in 2025-26. He finished the campaign with 13 points (two goals, 11 assists), 36 SOG, 58 blocks, and 68 hits. Andrae featured in only four of the team's 10 playoff games. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect a big improvement from Andrae, as he will likely be limited to third-pairing minutes. -
Hendrix Lapierre Signs Two-Year Deal With Penguins
Pittsburgh Penguins center Hendrix Lapierre signed a two-year, $2.6 million contract on Friday. The team acquired Lapierre from the Washington Capitals last week, and he became a restricted free agent on July 1. Lapierre has struggled to live up to his reputation as a first-round pick. In 158 career games, he has posted 47 points (13 goals, 34 assists). During his final year in D.C., the 24-year-old had 16 points (four goals, 12 assists) in 74 outings. Lapierre will get a fresh start with the Penguins, but he won't have fantasy value as a bottom-six forward.
