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NHL stats as of Oct 24, 2026, 3:00 AM ET
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Confirmed and reported NHL moves. Confirmed items are applied to the cap sheets; reported items link the reports they come from.
New Jersey Devils signed recently acquired forward Luke Evangelista to a five-year, $36.25 million contract extension with an AAV of $7.25 million, beginning in the 2027-28 season. He is entering the final season of a two-year, $6 million contract.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Montreal signed forward Alex Newhook to a four-year contract extension on Sept. 15, per NHL.com. The deal runs from 2027-28 through 2030-31 with an average annual value of $5.55 million.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Anaheim has signed restricted free agent forward Cutter Gauthier to a six-year contract worth $81 million with a $13.5 million annual average value, per TSN. The 22-year-old, who led the team with 41 goals last season, was an RFA at the time of signing, and the effective date listed is September 15, 2026.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Ottawa has signed Drake Batherson to an eight-year contract extension, effective September 15, 2026.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Montreal Canadiens are progressing on a new contract with restricted free agent defenseman Arber Xhekaj, according to TSN's Pierre LeBrun. No terms, average annual value, or term have been reported, so the cap impact cannot yet be determined.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Blue Jackets have signed defenseman Carson Soucy to a professional tryout contract, according to Sportsnet NHL.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Toronto has signed defenseman Nick Blankenburg to a professional tryout (PTO), effective September 12, 2026. Blankenburg recorded 24 points in 61 games last season with the Predators and Avalanche, per Daily Faceoff.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
St. Louis forward Adam Jecho will be unavailable to the Blues for an indefinite period while he receives care through the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program, per the league and NHLPA announcement.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Defenseman John Klingberg, formerly of the San Jose Sharks, has retired from the NHL after a 12-season career spanning 700 games and 443 points, with the effective date listed as 2026-09-11.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Kings injured list: Kevin Fiala (leg surgery).
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Carolina has signed defenseman Mike Reilly to a one-year contract, a two-way deal starting in the 2026-27 season, per Daily Faceoff.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Los Angeles Kings announced Fiala underwent a procedure related to his initial surgery for leg injuries sustained at the 2026 Winter Olympics, and he will miss the start of training camp. No cap or contract figures were part of the announcement.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Anaheim is placing Kreider on waivers for contract termination, effective September 9, 2026, per the event data. The move frees $6.5 million in cap space, with the Ducks reportedly seeking room to accommodate Cutter Gauthier's new contract.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Anaheim placed winger Chris Kreider on waivers effective September 9, 2026, as part of an agreed contract termination. TSN reports the move frees $6.5 million in cap space, and Daily Faceoff reports the Ducks needed the room to accommodate Cutter Gauthier's new contract.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Alex Formenton to a one-year contract worth $850,000 (AAV and total value both $850,000), starting in 2026-27 with a UFA expiry. The deal carries no signing bonus, no-trade or no-move clause, and is a standard contract, and Daily Faceoff notes the signing has drawn controversy given Formenton's recent acquittal on a sexual assault charge.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Carolina Hurricanes signed defenceman Pierre-Olivier Joseph to a one-year contract worth $850,000, per the team's announcement. The deal carries a 2026-27 start season and a UFA expiry status, with no signing bonus or no-trade/no-move clauses listed.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Toronto Maple Leafs signed forward Brendan Brisson to a one-year contract on Friday as training camp approaches. Salary terms not stated.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Jonathan Huberdeau has suffered a setback while recovering from hip resurfacing surgery, according to Daily Faceoff and Sportsnet NHL. The update was dated September 2.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The New York Rangers have agreed to a one-year contract with forward Eeli Tolvanen, who comes over from Seattle, with an average annual value of $1.5 million starting in the 2026-27 season. Tolvanen had 36 points with Seattle last season, per Daily Faceoff.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Goalie Frederik Andersen is dealing with a knee injury and is not expected back until maybe December.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Daily Faceoff reports the Flames are signing Alex Nylander to a professional tryout (PTO), with the event listing his move from TOR to CGY effective August 26, 2026. Last season with the AHL's Toronto Marlies, Nylander recorded 24 goals and 53 points while the team won the Calder Cup.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Washington Capitals signed goaltender Cal Petersen to a professional tryout ahead of training camp, per TSN and Daily Faceoff. Petersen spent last season with the AHL's Iowa Wild and has played 106 career NHL games with the Flyers and Kings, per TSN.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Veteran forward Kevin Hayes, formerly with the Pittsburgh Penguins, has left the NHL after 12 seasons to sign a one-year contract with Ak Bars Kazan of the KHL, effective August 25, 2026.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Detroit acquired the rights to college forward Sutter Muzzatti from Nashville in exchange for future considerations, effective August 20, 2026.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Buffalo has traded prospect Stiven Sardarian to Carolina in exchange for future considerations, effective August 17, 2026. Buffalo selected Sardarian in the third round of the 2021 NHL Entry Draft.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Panthers forward Brad Marchand says he has had surgery during the offseason, according to NHL.com. He was shut down last season with a lower-body injury with 19 games remaining.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Anze Kopitar has retired from the Los Angeles Kings after a Hall of Fame career that included two Stanley Cup championships and an all-time franchise scoring record. His No. 11 will be retired by the Kings this season, with a statue erected outside Crypto.com Arena.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Philadelphia Flyers have re-signed RFA forward Nikita Grebenkin to a two-year deal carrying a $2.2 million cap hit and $1.1 million AAV. The 23-year-old recorded 14 points in 55 games last season.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed restricted free-agent forward Ville Koivunen to an eight-year, $32 million deal, locking in the young forward at a $4 million AAV. The extension adds moderate long-term salary commitment for Pittsburgh's cap structure.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Colton Sissons has joined the Toronto Maple Leafs on a new contract. The signing becomes effective Aug. 6, 2026.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Montreal Canadiens have signed defenceman Maksymilian Szuber to a one-year, two-way contract.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The San Jose Sharks have extended forward Collin Graf on a three-year deal with a $4.25 million AAV. The extension, totaling $12.75 million, keeps the RFA-eligible forward locked in through his arbitration years.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Tommy Novak has agreed to a three-year contract extension with Pittsburgh carrying a $4.65 million cap hit, beginning in 2027-28. The deal locks in the forward beyond his current term and provides the Penguins with certainty in their forward group.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Swedish club Färjestad BK has terminated its agreement with defenseman Cal Foote, ending his tenure in Europe. The move clears salary-cap space for the SHL club as Foote's stint abroad concludes.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Detroit Red Wings have signed AHL goaltender Carter Gylander to a one-year deal for the 2026-27 season. Gylander has been a reliable option in Detroit's minor-league system but remains without NHL experience.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Defenceman Cal Foote has left the Chicago Wolves (AHL) to sign a one-year contract with Swedish club Färjestad BK. The move represents another overseas stint for the veteran blueliner after his recent AHL assignment.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Jacob Trouba has signed a four-year contract with the San Jose Sharks carrying an $8.25 million cap hit. The defenseman joins the team as part of San Jose's offseason roster improvements.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Michael Hutchinson, who played for six teams over his 11-year NHL career, has retired from professional hockey. The move clears salary-cap space for the Jets.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Cole Sillinger agreed to a three-year contract with Columbus carrying a $4.625 million cap hit. The deal keeps the RFA off the open market through the 2028-29 season.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Goaltender Jonathan Quick has retired from the NHL. The move clears salary cap space for the New York Rangers.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Ottawa Senators have extended defenseman Jordan Spence, keeping the 26-year-old on the roster as the team prepares for the 2026-27 season.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Ottawa Senators have extended forward Nick Cousins, keeping him with the club as they prepare for the 2026-27 campaign. The extension becomes effective July 22, 2026.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Goaltender Jack Campbell has retired from professional hockey. Campbell earned his starting role with the Maple Leafs during his NHL career.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Connor McMichael has signed a six-year deal with the St. Louis Blues as a restricted free agent. The contract takes effect July 21, 2026.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
The Colorado Avalanche have signed forward Georgii Merkulov to a one-year deal. Merkulov, who has 11 games of NHL experience from his time with the Bruins, will join the organization for the 2026-27 season.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Cole Perfetti agreed to a five-year deal with Winnipeg carrying a $6 million AAV, with the contract running through the 2030-31 season. The signing comes as the Jets navigate roster decisions, including the future of goaltender Connor Hellebuyck.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Trevor Zegras has agreed to a four-year extension with Philadelphia, keeping the RFA off the market. The deal takes effect in summer 2026.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Hunter McKown has signed a one-year, two-way contract with Montreal for the 2026-27 season. The deal adds depth to the organization without significant cap commitment.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Scott Laughton has signed with the Los Angeles Kings, with the deal set to commence in the 2026-27 season.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.
Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a five-year contract extension worth $75 million, keeping the 21-year-old center with the franchise through the 2030-31 season. The deal carries a $15 million AAV and becomes effective July 18, 2026.
Reported — figures above are from media reports and not yet confirmed against official records.