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Sabres, Bowen Byram avoid arbitration with new two-year deal

The contract, worth $12.5M in total, could still be part of a sign-and-trade involving Byram, whose name more seriously popped up in trade speculation early in the offseason ahead of what he hoped would be a big payday for him.

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Report reveals latest on Tyson Foerster's injury recovery

The Philadelphia Flyers are at risk to start the season without top winger Tyson Foerster, after an elbow injury he sustained at the World Championships became infected.

Flyers’ Sean Couturier contract more justified than it seems

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NHL's opening night slate is a showcase opportunity for league

NHL's 2025-26 opening night slate is a showcase opportunity for the league

The NHL released it's opening night slate for the 2025-26 season — featuring the three biggest American markets, the defending Stanley Cup champions and several of the sports biggest superstars and rising stars.

Sabres, Bowen Byram avoid arbitration with a new two-year deal

Penguins, Maple Leafs could be trade partners in deal for $15M forward

What if Ryan Reaves was right? Toronto could have a big problem

Oilers letting Jeff Skinner walk finalizes fix on two big missteps

‘I’ve certainly heard lots of speculation’: Flames veteran responds to trade rumors

Jeff Skinner News / NHL Trade Talk / July 14

Oilers letting Jeff Skinner walk finalizes fix on two big missteps

The San Jose Sharks signed former Oilers winger Jeff Skinner to a one-year, $3 million deal, officially ending a brief and lackluster stint in Edmonton.

Sharks sign forward Jeff Skinner to one-year contract

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 14

Penguins, Maple Leafs could be trade partners for forward

Penguins, Maple Leafs could be trade partners in deal for $15M forward

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to search for a top-six forward, and according to one source, the Pittsburgh Penguins may be the perfect trade partner.

Pittsburgh acquires goalie Arturs Silovs in trade with Canucks

Could these players be the centerpiece of a blockbuster Vancouver-Devils deal?

Analyst claims that Toronto's offseason hinges on one crucial move

Oilers letting Jeff Skinner walk finalizes fix on two big missteps

The Kraken’s offseason moves haven’t made a ton of sense

NHL News / Field Level Media / July 13

Penguins acquire goaltender Arturs Silovs in trade with Canucks

The Pittsburgh Penguins shored up the goaltending position on Sunday as the team acquired Arturs Silovs from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for forward Chase Stillman and a 2027 fourth-round pick.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13

Who could be centerpiece of blockbuster Canucks-Devils deal?

Could Quinn Hughes and Dougie Hamilton be centerpiece of blockbuster Canucks-Devils deal?

Speculation surrounding a potential reunion of the Hughes brothers in New Jersey continues to swirl.

What exactly are the Canucks doing this summer?

What’s the likely return for the Canucks in an Arturs Silovs trade?

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / July 12

Maple Leafs' offseason hinges on one crucial move, says analyst

In a recent post for Daily Faceoff, NHL analyst Matt Larkin didn’t mince words when evaluating the Toronto Maple Leafs’ offseason.

Breaking down latest Maple Leafs news

Maple Leafs acquire young defenseman in trade with Sharks

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / July 12

Are any of the Maple Leafs’ rumored trade targets realistic?

Several big names have emerged as potential Maple Leafs targets in recent days, but how realistic are these options?

Maple Leafs acquire young defenseman from Sharks

Ryan Reaves speaks candidly about pressure he felt playing in Toronto

Mitch Marner seen as kindred spirit by Golden Knights star

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St. Louis Blues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 11

Blues first-round pick will return to QMJHL

St. Louis Blues first-round pick Justin Carbonneau has announced he will return to the QMJHL’s Blainville-Boisbriand Armada next season.

Blues’ internal options available to replace Zachary Bolduc

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

Breaking down the latest Maple Leafs news, rumors

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to reshape their roster as the offseason unfolds.

Maple Leafs acquire young defenseman from Sharks

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 11

Stars trade veteran defenseman, second-round pick to Penguins

Both teams have since announced the trade, which doesn’t include any salary retention.

Bruins linked to $25 million player amid push to reload around David Pastrnak

Oilers eye trade to clear space for 'biggest wild card' of 2025-26 season

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement from hockey

Insider skeptical about Oilers' goaltending plan amid uncertainty

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 10

Maple Leafs acquire young defenseman from Sharks

The Sharks were in a position to thin out their defensive core after adding Dmitry Orlov and Nick Leddy last week

Sharks sign Jakub Skarek to one-year contract

Maple Leafs believed to have interest in Erik Karlsson and Dougie Hamilton

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Edmonton Oilers News / Blade of Steel / July 10

Insider skeptical about Oilers' goaltending plan

Elliotte Friedman skeptical about Oilers' goaltending plan amid Stuart Skinner uncertainty

After more Stuart Skinner inconsistencies, many Oilers fans have pushed for a big change in net.

Oilers eye trade to clear space for 'biggest wild card' of 2025-26 season

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Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 10

Avalanche sign veteran defenseman to a two-year extension

The deal goes into effect next season and will keep him in Colorado through the 2027-28 campaign.

Avalanche hire Dave Hakstol as assistant coach

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 10

Oilers eye trade to clear space for 'biggest wild card' of 2025-26 season

So far this summer, the Oilers have added Andrew Mangiapane, Curtis Lazar and Isaac Howard. Roster spots are being filled, and cap space is becoming an issue.

Where Isaac Howard fits, competition for playing time on the Oilers, and more

‘Edmonton checked all those boxes’: Curtis Lazar excited to join contending team with Oilers

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9

Teams maintain interest in pair of Penguins forwards

With the main wave of free agency behind them, teams that missed out on big-name signings may now be shifting their focus to the trade market.

Insider shares if Sidney Crosby could look to leave Penguins amid rebuild

Penguins sign Ben Kindel to three-year, entry-level contract

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Vegas Golden Knights News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9

Why Golden Knights are already working on Jack Eichel's deal

Why cap-strapped Golden Knights are already working on Jack Eichel's megadeal

Even with shrewd cap planning, Vegas has ended up $7.64M over the salary cap.

Canucks sign first-round pick

Connor McDavid's wife all-but-confirms his next contract with Oilers

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement from hockey

Former first-round pick retires after 12 seasons in the NHL

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement

His last professional game was on Dec. 12 with the Boston Bruins against the Seattle Kraken.

Rangers re-sign former first-round pick

Flyers ink this former first-round pick to a five-year extension

Mammoth sign forward to a five-year contract avoiding arbitration

No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no

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New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9

Former first-round pick retires after 12 NHL seasons

Longtime depth center Riley Nash has retired from the NHL.

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Edmonton Oilers News / House of Hockey / July 8

Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle all-but-confirms his next contract with the Edmonton Oilers

Connor McDavid's future in Edmonton has been up in the air in recent months.

No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / July 8

Insider shares if Crosby could leave Pens amid rebuild

Insider shares if Sidney Crosby could look to leave Penguins amid rebuild

It's difficult to imagine Sidney Crosby in another uniform besides the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Connor McDavid's wife all-but-confirms his next contract with the Oilers

Lightning, Oilers pull off late-night trade involving recent first-round picks

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement from hockey

Gavin McKenna's PSU commitment is seismic move for hockey world

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Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8

Strategic drafting will keep Capitals competitive for years to come

The Washington Capitals seemed well on their way towards reclusion a few seasons ago. They managed to win the first Stanley Cup in franchise history in 2018 — but by 2022, only eight members of the Cup-winning roster were still in Washington.

Capitals tried to sign a big-name free agent

Capitals sign Sheldon Rempal to one-year contract

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8

Lightning, Oilers pull off late-night trade involving recent first-round picks

In a late-night deal, the Tampa Bay Lightning and Edmonton Oilers are swapping recent first-round picks

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement

Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle all-but-confirms his next contract with the Edmonton Oilers

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 8

No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no

The Oilers are trying to make the adjustments that will put them over the top after back-to-back Stanley Cup Final losses, but at least two veteran players expressed no desire to waive their no-trade clauses.

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