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Contenders re-sign key players at start of NHL free agency

Contenders re-sign key players at start of NHL free agency

Recent Stanley Cup winners spent the first day of NHL free agency re-signing key players to long-term contracts. The reigning champion Colorado Avalanche brought back big defender Josh Manson and signed versatile winger Artturi Lehkonen.
Winnipeg Jets sign goaltender David Rittich to one-year, US$900,000 deal

Winnipeg Jets sign goaltender David Rittich to one-year, US$900,000 deal

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Jets have signed David Rittich to a one-year, US$900,000 contract to back up star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. Rittich appeared in 17 games with the Nashville Predators in 2021-22, posting a record of 6-3-4 with a 3.
Maple Leafs round out goalie tandem as Samsonov signs on to join Murray

Maple Leafs round out goalie tandem as Samsonov signs on to join Murray

TORONTO — Kyle Dubas has settled on his crease combination. Now it's on two of the newest Toronto Maple Leafs to prove the general manager right. Dubas signed goaltender Ilya Samsonov to a one-year, US$1.
Edmonton Oilers add goaltender Jack Campbell, bring back forward Evander Kane

Edmonton Oilers add goaltender Jack Campbell, bring back forward Evander Kane

EDMONTON — Evander Kane knows he left money on the table when he re-signed with the Edmonton Oilers. He's willing to take the hit if it means chasing hockey's ultimate prize.
Habs sign top pick Slafkovsky to entry-level deal, add depth in free agency

Habs sign top pick Slafkovsky to entry-level deal, add depth in free agency

MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens locked up first-overall pick Juraj Slafkovsky and beefed up their depth with one-year contracts as NHL free agency opened Wednesday.
Evander Kane stays put in Edmonton; Malkin re-ups with Pens

Evander Kane stays put in Edmonton; Malkin re-ups with Pens

Evgeni Malkin decided to return to the Pittsburgh Penguins after all, Evander Kane chose to stay in Edmonton, and the goalie carousel kept spinning a day before the the NHL's free agency period opened. Malkin late Tuesday night signed a $24.
Evgeni Malkin, Penguins agree to new 4-year deal

Evgeni Malkin, Penguins agree to new 4-year deal

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin is staying in Pittsburgh after all. The Penguins and the Russian star agreed to a four-year contract late Tuesday night worth $6.1 million annually.
Gaudreau, Kadri among NHL's top free agents

Gaudreau, Kadri among NHL's top free agents

Buying season is almost upon NHL general managers. Free agency opens Wednesday at 12 p.m. ET with plenty of intriguing situations and scenarios. There are stars poised to potentially leave the only team they've ever played for.
Gaudreau leaving Flames, joins deep NHL free agent class

Gaudreau leaving Flames, joins deep NHL free agent class

Johnny Hockey is testing the free agent market, following Evgeni Malkin 's lead. Welcome to the club. It’s a good one.
Shane Wright moves past draft slide, looks ahead with Kraken

Shane Wright moves past draft slide, looks ahead with Kraken

SEATTLE (AP) — In the days after his unexpected draft night slide, Shane Wright’s phone lit up with a constant stream of text messages and calls from unfamiliar numbers. Some were expected, like new teammates with the Seattle Kraken reaching out.