2025 NHL Off Season Thread

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Ex-Blackhawks Defenseman Among Top Free Agents Left

With it now being August, many of this year's notable unrestricted free agents (UFAs) have found their new homes. While this is the case, there are still some UFAs with plenty of experience who have yet to get signed.

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Laferriere signs 3-year, $12.3 million contract with Kings | NHL.com

Forward was restricted free agent, had 42 points last season

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Former Stars Goaltender Retires from Hockey

A key piece of the Dallas Stars last Stanley Cup Final appearance is no longer playing hockey. Anton Khudobin, the Stars backup goaltender that got hot at right time, announced his retirement from hockey.

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Nick Robertson, Maple Leafs Avoid Arbitration With $1.825M One-Year Contract Agreement

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Nick Robertson have reportedly reached a settlement ahead of their arbitration case that was scheduled for Sunday.

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Nine-Year NHL Veteran Signs Two-Year Deal In Switzerland

American forward Jimmy Vesey, 32, has signed a two-year contract with Genève-Servette, the National League club announced on Monday.

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Flyers Can't Meet Reported Ducks Trade Price for Mason McTavish

Following a new report, it would appear the Philadelphia Flyers don't have much of a chance of landing Mason McTavish in a trade with the Anaheim Ducks at all.

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Utah Mammoth in yet another trademark fight over its name change, this time with a hockey bag company

Mammoth Hockey has been selling hockey bags for a decade. It just sent the NHL club a cease-and-desist letter.

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Insiders predict Connor McDavid will re-sign with Edmonton Oilers before NHL training camp | NHL News - Times of India

NHL News: Connor McDavid may soon extend his contract with the Edmonton Oilers. Reports suggest a deal could finalize after Team Canada's camp this month. The e

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Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk still mulling surgery, could miss several months

A decision has yet to be made regarding Matthew Tkachuk and potential offseason surgery.

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NHL Mailbag: When will Connor McDavid sign?

Other topics include Carter Hart, the Buffalo Sabres, offer sheets and more.

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Is a Dustin Wolf Extension Coming Soon?

Is there a contract extension in the works for Dustin Wolf with the Calgary Flames?

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Red Wings sign veteran defenseman to enhance blue line depth

The 900-game NHL veteran joins the Red Wings after a playoff run with Ottawa, continuing GM Steve Yzerman's defensive reinforcements.

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Hamonic signs 1-year, $1 million contract with Red Wings | NHL.com

Defenseman had 7 points in 59 games with Senators last season

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Ex-Penguins Defenseman Signs With KHL Club

Former Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Adam Clendening has found his home for the 2025-26 season, as he has signed with the Shanghai Dragons of the KHL.

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NHL News: Oilers' dream Connor McDavid extension still in play thanks to reported legal loophole in league's ruling

Hope is far from lost for the Edmonton Oilers as new reports suggest a dream-like Connor McDavid extension is possible thanks to the NHL's ruling.

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Rangers Agree to Terms with Dylan Garand | New York Rangers

New York Rangers President and General Manager Chris Drury announced today that the team has agreed to terms with goaltender Dylan Garand on a one-year contract extension. Garand, 23, posted a 20-10-8 record in 39 games for the Hartford Wolf Pack of the American Hockey League (AHL) during the...

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Skinner confident Oilers will regroup faster from latest loss in Stanley Cup Final | NHL.com

Goalie believes they’re better prepared for ‘quick turnaround’ after 2nd straight defeat to Panthers

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Rangers Agree to Terms with Talyn Boyko | New York Rangers

New York Rangers President and General Manager Chris Drury announced today that the team has agreed to terms with goaltender Talyn Boyko on a one-year contract extension. Boyko, 22, played in 33 regular season games with the ECHL’s Tulsa Oilers in 2024-25, posting a 20-8-5 record and a .913 save

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NHL announces 2025-26 preseason schedule | NHL.com

15-day, 104-game slate begins Sept. 20

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Fedorov to have No. 91 retired by Red Wings | NHL.com

Hall of Fame center had 400 goals, 954 points in 13 seasons with Detroit; ceremony scheduled for Jan. 12

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Lucic signs professional tryout agreement with Blues | NHL.com

37-year-old forward did not play last season after entering NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program

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Dump-And-Chase Debate: Michkov’s Comments Stir Controversy With Fans, But Coach Tocchet Isn't Worried

On social media, it seems, many hockey fans like controversy, like when a player says something that can be twisted to show some tension in the dressing room.

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Olofsson signs 1-year contract with Avalanche | NHL.com

Forward had 29 points for Golden Knights last season, was free agent

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Utah Mammoth goalie Connor Ingram cleared to return from NHL player assistance program

The Utah Mammoth goaltender room got a boost on Wednesday, with training camp just weeks away.

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Stars HC Glen Gulutzan focused on making team more physical

The Dallas Stars are in the midst of a frustrating streak. They’ve lost in the Western Conference Final in each of the last three seasons, including back-to-back losses at the hands of the Edmonton Oilers.

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