The Washington Capitals have shown their faith in power forward Tom Wilson by granting him a seven-year contract extension worth $45.5 million. With this new deal, Wilson has the opportunity to remain with the team for the entirety of his NHL career. This move prevents Wilson from entering free agency next summer and ensures that
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In a groundbreaking move, the Edmonton Oilers have made a pivotal decision to hire Connor McDavid’s longtime agent, Jeff Jackson, as their CEO of hockey operations. This unexpected development has sent shockwaves through the hockey community and has left fans and experts alike with mixed feelings. While some view this as a bold and strategic
The Ottawa Senators were facing a significant challenge in filling the void left by Alex DeBrincat during the offseason. However, they have made a decisive move by signing Vladimir Tarasenko to a one-year deal worth $5 million. This signing brings much-needed relief to the team and offers potential solutions to their offensive struggles. Tarasenko’s Impressive
In a move designed to solidify their goaltending position for the future, the Minnesota Wild have signed Filip Gustavsson to a three-year, $11.25 million contract. The deal was announced on Monday, putting an end to any speculation about Gustavsson’s future with the team. Avoiding Salary Arbitration Signing Gustavsson to a long-term deal was a priority
Boston Bruins’ goaltender Jeremy Swayman has emerged victorious in arbitration, securing a contract worth $3.475 million for the upcoming season. The announcement came from the team on Tuesday, following a hearing between Swayman and the Bruins on Sunday. In an unexpected move, the organization opted for a one-year contract instead of the usual two. Sharing
Rocky Wirtz, the owner of the Chicago Blackhawks who led the team to three Stanley Cup championships, has died at the age of 70. The Blackhawks announced his “sudden passing” on Tuesday, leaving many in shock. Rocky Wirtz’s son, Blackhawks CEO Danny Wirtz, expressed the heaviness in their hearts and the significant loss felt by
Tanner Jeannot, a forward who was acquired by the Tampa Bay Lightning in a trade with the Nashville Predators last season, has officially signed a two-year contract with the team. General manager Julien BriseBois announced the signing, revealing that the deal has an average annual value of $2.665 million. This contract ensures that the Lightning’s
The Philadelphia Flyers have made the decision to buy out defenseman Tony DeAngelo’s contract, effectively making him an unrestricted free agent and ending his tumultuous tenure with the team. General manager Daniel Briere announced on Friday that DeAngelo had been placed on unconditional waivers. DeAngelo was set to earn $5 million in the final season
The Toronto Maple Leafs have made a significant acquisition this offseason by signing free agent forward Tyler Bertuzzi to a one-year contract. Bertuzzi, who was highly sought after in the market, agreed to the deal on Sunday. The team announced in a news release that the contract will have a salary cap hit of $5.5
Members of the Hockey Diversity Alliance (HDA), including Akim Aliu, express their disappointment and confusion regarding the NHL’s decision to launch an inclusion committee. They question why the league is duplicating efforts that have already been made and wonder what happened to the partnership announced three years ago with the HDA. The HDA raises concerns
The Nashville Predators have made the decision to buy out their star center, Matt Duchene. This comes after he was placed on unconditional waivers on Friday. Duchene, who is 32 years old, still had three years remaining on his seven-year, $56 million contract that he signed with the Predators in July 2019. The contract had
The Calgary Flames made a significant move on Tuesday, trading their leading scorer Tyler Toffoli to the New Jersey Devils. In return, the Flames received Yegor Sharangovich and the 80th overall pick in the 2023 draft. This trade comes as no surprise, following a recent report that Toffoli, who has one year left on his