And just like that, we've reached the end of the NHL offseason.
At the end of a whirlwind week — which included the NHL Awards, the schedule release and the NHL Draft — is the start of free agency as the calendar flips to July. It's an underwhelming class in 2023, but that shouldn't stop players from flying off the board.
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The real story is cap space, or lack thereof. On June 28, clubs finally received clarity about it. The NHL announced the cap would rise to $83.5 million — a $1 million increase — for the 2023 -24 season as COVID-19-related debts continued to be paid off.
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Cap-strapped teams are scrambling to retain their own players, which leaves little available for additions. Meanwhile, there should be plenty of trades as the league's 32 teams try to position themselves for a playoff run in 2023-24 or the top selection in next year's draft.
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The Sporting News will be tracking all of the notable free agent signings and trades during the 2023 NHL offseason. Follow below for the latest rumors and news.
NHL free agency news, updates on signings and trades
Tyler Bertuzzi signs with the Toronto Maple Leafs
Bertuzzi stays in the Atlantic Division with a move to Toronto. The deal is only for one year and a $5.5 million AAV. The winger split his 2022-23 season between the Red Wings and Bruins, netting eight goals and adding 22 assists in 50 games total. Half his goals were on the power play.
Tristan Jarry re-signs with the Pittsburgh Penguins
The Penguins agreed to terms with Jarry — keeping the best option for them in the Steel City. There was a lack of goalie alternatives and he gets a solid deal as a result. This deal allows them to keep pace in the Erik Karlsson race. Jarry's health has been and will continue to be a question.
Alex Killorn signs with the Anaheim Ducks
Killorn lands a big payday at $6.25 million in AAV for the next four years. After years of being a bargain for the Lightning, Killorn cashes in on a successful career — making the move to Anaheim. With cap space limited around the league, the forward becomes one of the big winners early in free agency.
Matt duch*ene signs with the Dallas Stars
If duch*ene is looking for revenge on the Predators, he'll get the chance after signing with the Stars to remain in the Central Division. Now he can try to rebuild his value in Dallas, who could use another goalscorer.
Max Pacioretty signs with the Washington Capitals
Coming off an injury with the Hurricanes, Pacioretty signs a $2 million deal for one season with the Capitals. It's a chance for him to rebuild some value coming off a torn Achilles.
Dmitry Orlov signs with the Carolina Hurricanes
A big domino has fallen on the free agent board. Orlov inks a massive two-year deal with the Hurricanes, which should give him the chance to cash in again when the cap spikes. The $7.75 million AAV is a hefty price tag, but the lack of top talent amongst this year's free agent class probably contributed to the big raise.
Frederik Andersen re-signs with the Carolina Hurricanes
The Hurricanes goalie tandem will continue to hold down the crease in Carolina after Andersen agreed to a two-year deal worth $3.5 million in AAV. Pyotr Kochetkov is still buried behind the duo, which makes the deal a bit curious.
Ryan O'Reilly signs with the Nashville Predators
The Predators continue to reshape their team after Barry Trotz took over.They land the biggest free agent prize at a bargain price — four years at $4.5 million AAV. He isn't the same player he once was, but O'Reilly should fit in nicely with the Preds.
July 6
(All times Eastern)
12 p.m. —Filip Zadina has been placed on waivers for the purpose of contract termination. He immediately becomes an unrestricted free agent once he becomes clears waivers.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 6, 2023Filip Zadina (DET) has been placed on unconditional waivers for the purpose of contract termination.
The 23-year-old forward passes up on $4.56M in salary the next two seasons and becomes an unrestricted free agent.@NorthStarBet @TSN_Sports
July 5
1:45 p.m. —Maybe it isn't Carolina for Tarasenko? Reportedly the Russian winger has switched agents and there is no contract in place with any team.
Vladimir Tarasenko has new representation: JP Barry & Pat Brisson of CAA. What this means is no deal in place with any team, but process re-sets today.
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 5, 2023
10 a.m. —It looks like Vladimir Tarasenko is going to end up with the Hurricanes. There has been some delay with the signing of the deal, but all signs are pointing to the Russian joining Carolina, giving the team its top-six sniper its been looking for.
Fwiw, a league source tells me the NHL knows about the #LetsGoCanes signing Tarasenko. Not sure the hold up, but it sounds like a matter of when, not if.
— James Nichols (@JamesNicholsNHL) July 5, 2023
July 4
3:05 p.m. —The Capitals announced they have re-signed defenseman Martin Fehervary to a three-year extension with an AAV of $2.675 million.
12:01 p.m.—Filip Zadina has cleared waivers, Elliotte Friedman reports. Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman told reporters the previous day that the team still hoped to keep the 23-year-old winger around.
— Max Bultman (@m_bultman) July 4, 2023Yzerman yesterday: "Best case scenario, and it’s not out of the realm of possibility, is he clears waivers, he comes to training camp, he plays well, he works his way up into the lineup and goes.”
First part has played out. Now we wait and see on the latter. https://t.co/c8ZYhVuUnO
11:31 a.m.—Travis Hamonic is staying in Ottawa. The veteran defenseman has agreed to a two-year deal worth $1.1 million per year, according to Elliotte Friedman, who adds that the contract includes a no-movement clause.
July 3
(All times Eastern)
2:50 p.m.—The Canadiens have re-upped RFA Rafael Harvey-Pinard on a two-year deal.
The Canadiens agree to terms on a two-year contract extension (2023-24 to 2024-25) with forward Rafaël Harvey-Pinard.#GoHabsGo | @RBChttps://t.co/X7np8pZrqu
— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) July 3, 2023
12:15 p.m.—Interesting development in Detroit. The Red Wings have placed Filip Zadina on waivers. Zadina was the No. 6 pick in the 2018 NHL Draft, but hasn't been able to find a consistent role with the Red Wings.
Detroit has put Filip Zadina on waivers
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 3, 2023
10:50 a.m.—The Leafs add some depth to the forward group, signing Dylan Gambrell.
Dylan Gambrell is joining the #leafs.@NorthStarBet @TSN_Sports
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 3, 2023
10:40 a.m.—The Flyers are bringing in veteran experience to the blue line, signing Marc Staal to a one-year deal.
#Flyers are signing veteran D Marc Staal to a one-year deal: $1.1 million.@DailyFaceoff
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) July 3, 2023
July 2
9:50 p.m.— Max Domi is joining Tyler Bertuzzi in Toronto. The winger isgetting one year and $3 million from Toronto, according to Chris Johnston of TSN. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported the deal could be finalized Monday.
Max Domi is overseas, so this might be finalized tomorrow, but he is signing with Toronto. 1x$3M-ish
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 3, 2023
9:30 p.m.— The Wild acquired winger Patrick Maroon and minor league forward Max Cajkovic from the Lightning for a seventh-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. The Bolts areretaining 20 percent of Maroon's $1 million salary. Maroon, 35, leaves Tampa Bay after four seasons, a stretch that included back-to-back Stanley Cup titles and another trip to the Stanley Cup Final. The move is seen as mainly a cap maneuver by Tampa Bay.
4:50 p.m. —The top free agent still available is headed to the Six. The Maple Leafs are signing Tyler Bertuzzi to a one-year, $5.5 million contract. The winger reportedly wanted term, but could not find a suitor, and talks pivoted to a one-year deal.
🖊 We’ve signed forward Tyler Bertuzzi to a one-year contract pic.twitter.com/T8PLhhOqRP
— Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) July 2, 2023
4 p.m.— The Kraken signed free-agent forward Kailer Yamamoto to a one-year, $1.5 million contract. Seattle moved after Yamamoto was bought out by the Red Wings, who had acquired him from the Oilers at the start of this offseason. The 24-year-old native of Spokane, Wash., notched 25 points (10 goals, 15 assists) for Edmonton last season after tallying 41 (20 goals, 21 assists) in 2021-22.
11:15 a.m. —The Panthers add to their forward group, signing Evan Rodrigues to a four-year deal.
— Florida Panthers (@FlaPanthers) July 2, 2023Welcome to South Florida! ☀️
We’ve agreed to terms with forward Evan Rodrigues on a four-year, one-way contract.
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8:30 a.m. —Steve Yzerman has been busy in free agency. Detroit lands another forward, signing Christ Fischer to a one-year contract.
UPDATE: The #RedWings today signed forward Christian Fischer to a one-year contract with an AAV of $1,125,000. pic.twitter.com/dT4zywwokD
— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) July 2, 2023
July 1
9:50 p.m. — Andrew Cogliano is back with the Avalanche. He agrees to a one-year, $825,000 contract, reports Peter Baugh of The Athletic.
Andrew Cogliano’s deal is one-year for $825,000. #Avs
— Peter Baugh (@Peter_Baugh) July 1, 2023
9:45 p.m.— The Flyers add free-agent winger Garnet Hathaway with a two-year contract at $2.375 million per year. Hathaway, 31, played in 84 games last season because of a deadline trade from the Capitals to the Bruins. He totaled 13 goals, one off his career high.
7:35 p.m. —Gostisbehere settles for a one-year deal in Detroit at just over $4 million in AAV. The offensive-minded defenseman totaled 41 points in 75 games — splitting time with the Coyotes and Hurricanes in 2022-23.
Shayne Gostisbehere 1x$4–and-bit in DET
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
7:13 p.m. —Alex Kerfoot is also desert-bound, heading to the Coyotes on a two-year deal worth $3.5 million in AAV. He only posted 32 points in 82 games, down from a career-high 51 in 2021-22.
Hearing the Coyotes are signing Alex Kerfoot: 2 years at $3.5M
— Craig Morgan (@CraigSMorgan) July 1, 2023
6:59 p.m. —It's been a quiet day for Vladimir Tarasenko, but it's said he has multiple offers on the table.
**Keep an Eye 👁️ on**
— Kevin Weekes (@KevinWeekes) July 1, 2023
I’m told UFA F Tarasenko is currently mulling multiple offers, as the Leading Playoff Goal Scorer on the Market is working through decision process with clubs that have chance of winning. @NHL @espn @NHLNetwork @TSN_Sports @DKSportsbook #HockeyTwitter
6:55 p.m. —Shayne Gostisbehere is said to be talking with the Red Wings, as reported by Elliotte Friedman.
6:52 p.m. —Anthony Duclair is being traded to San Jose in what appears to be a cap-driven trade, according to Frank Seravalli.
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) July 1, 2023#FlaPanthers have traded Anthony Duclair to #sjsharks. There is a player coming back in the deal.
Sounds like the move is cap-driven to make something else happen for #TimeToHunt.
6 p.m. —Klingberg's deal in Toronto is worth $4.15 million for this upcoming season.
Klingberg is 1x$4.15M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
5:50 p.m. —The Rangers continue to add depth on the back end, agreeing to terms with Erik Gustafsson on a one-year deal. It's some added insurance for Zac Jones, the Rangers prospect that should be able to crack the lineup this season as a third pairing defenseman.
Erik Gustafsson $825K with Rangers
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
5:35 p.m. —After signing Cam Talbot earlier in the day, the Kings ink another goaltender to provide depth at the position, bringing in David Rittich.
Big Save Dave - Rittich 1 yr 875AAV per team. https://t.co/T4WDH2rOAo
— Dennis Bernstein (@DennisTFP) July 1, 2023
5:25 p.m. —Another Michigan man finds himself in the Motor City. J.T. Compher and the Red Wings agree to a five-year, $25.5 million contract to give Detroit another option at center behind Dylan Larkin.
#LGRW sign J.T. Compher: 5 years x $5.1 million.
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) July 1, 2023
5:24 p.m. —For the second consecutive offseason, John Klingberg signs a one-year deal. He is joining the Maple Leafs' back end as Brad Treliving's first signing on defense.
John Klingberg’s deal with #LeafsForever is 1 year.@DailyFaceoff @CapFriendly
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) July 1, 2023
Another Islanders get a long-term deal. New York is re-signing defenseman Scott Mayfield to a seven-year extension, carrying an AAV of $3.5 million per season.
Scott Mayfield NYI extension is 7x$3.5M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
5:10 p.m. —The Kraken beef up their blue line by signing Brian Dumoulin to a two-year deal.
Brian Dumoulin's two-year contract with #SeaKraken carries a $3.15M AAV. @NorthStarBet @TSN_Sports
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 1, 2023
4:58 p.m. —The Penguins continue to try and fill out their bottom six, this time agreeing to terms with Lars Eller on a two-year deal.
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) July 1, 2023The Penguins have agreed to terms with forward Lars Eller on a two-year contract.
The contract will run through the 2024.25 campaign and carries an average annual value of $2.45 million. pic.twitter.com/FfX6UKVYEM
4:55 p.m. —Pierre Engvall is also staying on Long Island after signing a seven-year contract with the Islanders. Lou Lamoriello has joined the free agency party.
Pierre Engvall extension in NYI is 7x$3M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
4:52 p.m. —Bowen Byram is extending his in Colorado after receiving a two-year extension.
Bowen Byram two-year extension with Avs at a $3.85M AAV
— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) July 1, 2023
4:50 p.m. —The Islanders are making sure their Vezina Trophy candidate doesn't leave the UBS Arena crease. They have agreed to an eight-year extension with Ilya Sorokin — but for less AAV than Sergei Bobrovsky and Andrei Vasilevskiy, which is great news for Islanders fans. With the cap expected to spike eventually, New York is getting terrific value out of this extension.
Ilya Sorokin extension in NYI is 8x$8.25M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
4:34 p.m. —Jonathan Drouin is headed to Colorado. He played in Montreal last season, but only registered two goals and 27 assists in 58 games.
Per @TSNBobMcKenzie Jonathan Drouin to Colorado.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2023
4:32 p.m. —Compensation update for Miles Wood and it's another head-scratcher. Term and AAV has been at a premium thus far and Colorado inked Wood for six years at a $2.5 million cap hit.
Miles Wood is 6x$2.5M to Avalanche
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
4:15 p.m. —Compensation update for Graves and it's a doozy. Six years at $4.5 million in AAV. Pittsburgh is doling out some cash over the last few minutes.
Graves deal in Pitt. $27M over 6 years. $12M in SB. Limited no trade 12 teams first 2 years and 8 teams last 4 years.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2023
4:02 p.m. — TristanJarry is returning to the Penguins on a five-year deal worth $5.375 million AAV. And then Kyle Dubas brings in a backup option as well — Alex Nedeljkovic.
Pittsburgh announces Tristan Jarry re-signs at 5x$5.375M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
Nedeljkovic in Pittsburgh is 1x$1.5M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
3:59 p.m. —The Penguins are checking in now with two signings. They get some help for their bottom six in the form of Noel Acciari and then on defense with Ryan Graves.
Ryan Graves to PIT
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
Noel Acciari to Pittsburgh 3x$2M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
3:52 p.m. —Signings have cooled since the early rush, meaning it's time for some rumors to start trickling out. It appears that Alex DeBrincat will likely be on the move at some point and now he's received permission to speak with other clubs.
DeBrincat's agent has been given permission to discuss terms with some teams. Has found out he can't get the kind of term that Ottawa is offering. #Sens
— Bruce Garrioch (@SunGarrioch) July 1, 2023
3:41 p.m. —Alex Killorn is leaving Tampa and headed to Anaheim. He joins the Ducks and receives a big payday — especially by this free agency's standard — to do so. Four years with a $6.25 million AAV.
Alex Killorn 4x$6.25M in Anaheim
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
3:40 p.m. —More defensive depth for Florida, who are signing Dmitry Kulikov, according to TSN's Chris Johnston.
3:29 p.m. —Nick Bjugstad isn't done playing at Mullett Arena just yet. He agreed to a two-year extension to stay with the Coyotes.
Hearing Nick Bjugstad is returning to the Coyotes on a two-year deal ($2.1M AAV).
— Craig Morgan (@CraigSMorgan) July 1, 2023
Coyotes nation rejoices. So does @spetershockey.
3:15 p.m. —Laurent Brossoit is going back to Winnipeg. Adin Hill's emergence in Vegas made the injured Brossoit expendable and now he heads to the Jets — who might be dealingConnor Hellebuyck in the near future.
Laurent Brossoit is (re)joining the #NHLJets on a one-year deal worth $1.75M.@NorthStarBet @TSN_Sports
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 1, 2023
3:13 p.m. —Vlad Namestnikov lands a two-year contract worth $2 million in AAV with Winnipeg. He only registered 25 points in 77 games after splitting time with the Lightning and Jets.
Vlad Namestnikov agrees to 2 year deal in Winnipeg. $2 mil aav.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2023
2:52 p.m. —Carolina continues to spend big today, this time adding former Maple Leafs forward, Michael Bunting. He won't get to play alongside Auston Matthews anymore so it should be interesting to see how his play translates to the Hurricanes. His suspension in the playoffs drew a lot of attention, meaning Bunting might want to reign in his feisty streak just a bit.
Carolina finalizing signing of Micheal Bunting, three years and $4.5M AAV per season@TSNHockey @TheAthletic
— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) July 1, 2023
2:50 p.m. —Cody Glass is sticking around a little longer in Nashville, as the two sides agree on a two-year extension.
Cody Glass extends in Nashville 2x$2.5M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
2:48 p.m. —The Rangers are signing Nick Bonino on a one-year contract. They are adding cheap depth today. Could a Barclay Goodrow move be on the horizon as the cap tightens?
#NYR have added F Nick Bonino on a one-year deal. Another 35+ who's eligible for low AAV with performance bonuses.
— Vince Z. Mercogliano (@vzmercogliano) July 1, 2023
2:36 p.m. —Daniel Sprong is going to the Red Wings after a good season in Seattle. He checks in at $2 million for one year.
Per @jeffmarek, Daniel Sprong to Detroit 1x$2M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
2:34 p.m. —Jason Zucker is getting a $5.3 million deal for one season with the Arizona Coyotes. That's a big number, even though it's one year.
Zucker is 1x$5.3M to the Coyotes
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
2:25 p.m. —Matt duch*ene is heading south to Texas. He lands with the Stars after being bought out by the Predators on Friday.
Matt duch*ene is joining the #Stars on a one-year deal worth $3M.@NorthStarBet @TSN_Sports
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 1, 2023
2:18 p.m. —TSN's Chris Johnston is reporting that Kevin Shattenkirk is signing a one-year, $1 million deal with the Boston Bruins.
2:12 p.m. —Miles Wood had a shaky postseason with the Devils and was eventually benched. Now he departs New Jersey for Colorado.
Hearing Miles Wood is headed to the Colorado Avalanche
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
2:04 p.m. —The Panthers are signing defenseman Niko Mikkola for three years. The deal is worth $2.5 in AAV as Florida tries to add some defensive depth.
1:50 p.m. —From the Kraken to the Canucks, Carson Soucy is heading to Vancouver on a three-year deal worth $3.25 million in AAV.
Carson Soucy to Vancouver 3x$3.25M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
1:43 p.m. —The Devils are making a deal with the Canucks to acquire Collin Miller for a fifth-round pick in 2025.
1:40 p.m. —Semyon Varlamov is returning to the Islanders, per Kevin Weekes.
1:33 p.m. —Max Pacioretty has agreed to terms with Washington for one year.
Per @TSNBobMcKenzie Pacioretty signs with Washington. 1 year
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2023
1:28 p.m. —Teddy Blueger is off to Vancouver on a one year deal. A fine depth player inks a one year deal.
Canucks announce Teddy Blueger 1x$1.9M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
1:24 p.m. —Major bag alert! Dmitry Orlov is off to Carolina and getting a nice check for it too.
Orlov 2x$7.75M in Carolina
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
1:12 p.m. —In the backup goalie market, Alex Lyon is leaving the sunny skies in Florida for the Motor City to join the Red Wings. Lyon's play down the stretch was a big reason for the Panthers being able to sneak into the playoffs.
1:10 p.m. —Musical chairs continues in Nashville. This time Gustav Nyquist finds a chair, inking a two-year deal.
Gustav Nyquist 2x$3.185M in Nashville. Big day for the Predators
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
1:01 p.m. —According to Mollie Walker, the Rangers are signing Riley Nash, while Vince Mercogliano is reporting they are bringing in Alex Belzile.
12:59 p.m. —Morgan Geekie is also going to Boston as they begin to solidify their depth.
Morgan Geekie to BOS...2x$2M
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
12:55 p.m. —Radko Gudas parlayed a fine season in Florida into a nice payday with the Anaheim Ducks. He gets a three-year deal worth $4 million in AAV — a hefty deal considering the lack of cap space around the league.
Gudas is 3x$4M with Ducks
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
12:52 p.m. —The Buffalo Sabres are starting to begin their retool on the backend and have signed Erik Johnson on a one year deal worth $3.25 million, according to the team.
12:47 p.m. —Joonas Korpisalo earned a nice payday with the Ottawa Senators. He receives a five-year deal worth $4 million in AAV. The goalie had a fine showing in 11 games with the Kings after the deadline.
I can't re-tweet them...but the Senators announced Joonas Korpisalo on a 5x$4M contract
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
12:40 p.m. —Jonathan Quick is officially a New York Ranger. His deal is a $825,000 base salary.
Jonathan Quick in NYR is $825K, with possibility of another $100K in bonuses. Grew up a Ranger fan
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
12:39 p.m. — Frederik Andersen is also staying in Carolina, on a two-year deal worth $3.5 million AAV.
It sounds like the #hurricanes are getting close on an extension with goaltender Frederik Andersen. Expect a two-year deal in the neighbourhood of $3.5M AAV.#NorthStarBet @TSN_Sports
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 1, 2023
12:27 p.m. —Blake Wheeler is heading to the Rangers on a one-year deal worth $800,000 with a $300,000 max bonus, according to the New York Post's Mollie Walker.
#NYR sign Blake Wheeler to a one-year, $800K deal with $300K max bonus if the RW meets all conditions
— Mollie Walker (@MollieeWalkerr) July 1, 2023
12:19 p.m. —James vanRiemsdyk is en route to Boston on a cheap, one-year deal with the Bruins.
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) July 1, 2023Hearing #NHLBruins are closing in on adding James van Riemsdyk 1 year x $1 million.
They've got a few other veterans in the mix today on inexpensive deals.@DailyFaceoff
12:17 p.m. —Connor Sheary is heading to Tampa Bay, according to Elliotte Friedman.
12:16 p.m. —Everyone from waivers cleared yesterday, meaning all of the players that were bought outare now free to sign elsewhere.
12:13 p.m. —The moves keep on coming in Nashville. They land the biggest free agent prize at a bargain price — four years at $4.5 AAV.
Ryan O'Reilly to Nashville
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
12:11 p.m. —Ryan Reaves' deal in Toronto is going to be for three years at $1.35 million a year.
Ryan Reaves in TOR will be 3x$1.35 when it's done
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
12:04 p.m. —Luke Schenn is signing with the Predators on a three-year deal, worth $2.75 million in AAV, according to Frank Seravalli.
12:02 p.m. —Change of plans for Matt Nieto. He's instead heading to Pittsburgh, according to Darren Dreger.
12:01 p.m. —And let the trades begin as well. Joel Edmundson has been traded to the Washington Capitals.
Joel Edmundson traded to Washington. Draft picks to Montreal.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2023
12 p.m. —Open the flood gates! It's officially NHL free agency.
11:58 a.m. —Bruins fans that wanted to keep Tyler Bertuzzi — look away. He is expected to sign elsewhere.
As of now, it doesn't sound like Boston going to circle back on Tyler Bertuzzi. Barring a big pivot by the Bruins, Bertuzzi is expected to sign elsewhere.
— David Pagnotta (@TheFourthPeriod) July 1, 2023
11:52 a.m. —Antti Raanta isn't going anywhere as he agreed to a new deal with the Carolina Hurricanes for another year.
Antti Raanta stays in Carolina. 1 yr $1.5 mil
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2023
11:49 a.m. —Recently bought out winger Blake Wheeler is interested in joining the New York Rangers, per Darren Dreger.
Blake Wheeler continues to nail down his options. Hearing the New York Rangers are a strong contender at this point.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2023
11:44 a.m. —After some questions, Mackenzie Blackwood will avoid free agency to remain in San Jose for at least the next two years.
Hearing Mackenzie Blackwood will not be hitting the market. Sounds like he's agreed to terms with #sjsharks, expected to come in around 2 years x $2.5 million.@DailyFaceoff @CapFriendly
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) July 1, 2023
11:35 a.m. —Oilers are reportedly adding a veteran to their bottom-six, signing Matt Nieto.
Expect Matt Nieto to sign a two year deal in Edmonton.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2023
11:29 a.m. —Panthers reportedly signing goaltender Anthony Stolarz. It gives them a veteran backup if Spencer Knight is still not ready to return from the player assistance program.
Told the Panthers are indeed signing G Anthony Stolarz. It's a 1-year deal, per @DavidDwork
— David Pagnotta (@TheFourthPeriod) July 1, 2023
11:20 a.m. —Alexis Lafreniere, one of the Rangers' RFAs, is expected to stay in New York. There was speculation he could be moved this offseason, but the Rangers are electing to keep the No. 1 pick in 2020.
Word is Rangers have indicated they are committed to keeping Alexis Lafreniere.
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
10:58 a.m. —It appears Nathan Bastian will stay in New Jersey. After he was not tendered a qualifying offer by the Devils, the two sides reportedly worked out a new deal.
All signs point to Nathan Bastian returning to the Devils
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2023
10:56 a.m. — The Panthers reportedly land their mobile defenseman they have been looking for, signing Oliver Ekman-Larsson to a one-year deal. The Swedish blue liner was bought out by the Canucks, making him an unrestricted free agent.
Expected to be 1year, $2.25 mil for OEL in Florida. https://t.co/Lne3cnztBj
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2023
10:40 a.m. —According to ESPN's Kevin Weekes, the Kings are signing Cam Talbot to a one-year deal. It had been earlier reported that Los Angeles was looking for a cheaper option to pair in net with Pheonix Copley.
**Breaking News** 🚨 📰
— Kevin Weekes (@KevinWeekes) July 1, 2023
I’m told per sources, G Cam Talbot to sign a 1 Yr Contract with the @LAKings . @espn @NHL @NHLNetwork @TSNHockey @DKSportsbook #HockeyTwitter pic.twitter.com/Fe1EEhGRkQ
10 a.m. —There's been rumblings all week, and a Milan Lucic return to Boston looks imminent. The power forward began his career with the Bruins, winning a Stanley Cup in 2011.
As mentioned earlier this week, all signs point to Milan Lucic landing in Boston. Deal still has to be worked out once market opens, but that's where it's most likely headed.
— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) July 1, 2023
9 a.m. —After not tendering Klim Kostin a qualifying offer yesterday, the Red Wings and the Russian winger agreed on a new two-year deal worth $4 million.
UPDATE: The #RedWings today signed forward Klim Kostin to a two-year contract with an AAV of $2,000,000. pic.twitter.com/EAb7zhV56D
— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) July 1, 2023
8:50 a.m. —It appears two of Toronto's UFA are going to the open market. The Leafs looked at re-signing both Ryan O'Reilly and Luke Schenn, but it does not appear either will stay in the Six.
It doesn't appear likely that Luke Schenn will be returning to the #leafs. There was mutual interest in continuing the relationship, but it's believed the level of interest in the veteran defenceman has produced a hefty offer elsewhere.@NorthStarBet @TSN_Sports
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 1, 2023
Hearing that Ryan O'Reilly is headed to the UFA market. Leafs had interest right to the end but the UFA centre is going to market.@TSNHockey @TheAthletic
— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) July 1, 2023
1:50 a.m. — NewLeafs GM Brad Treliving appears to have Ryan Reaves on his radar. David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period believes the enforcer will be joining Toronto this weekend. Reaves, 36, tallied 15 points (five goals, 10 assists) to go with 43 penalty minutes in 73 games between the Rangers and Wild last season.
Expecting a multi-year deal for Reaves and the Maple Leafs tomorrow. https://t.co/kJ2YrJHreN
— David Pagnotta (@TheFourthPeriod) July 1, 2023
June 30
9:40 p.m.— Adin Hill is staying with the champs. The Golden Knights re-signed the goaltender to a two-year contractat a $4.9 million AAV. Hill, 27, was 11-4 with a 2.17 goals-against average and .932 save percentage in the postseason. After supplanting Laurent Brossoit in the crease, Hill played in all five games of the team's Stanley Cup Final triumph over the Panthers.
2:55 p.m. —ESPN's Kevin Weekes is reporting that Jonathan Quick could be a backup goalie option for the Rangers. The longtime Kings netminder was in the crease in 2014 when his team defeated the Rangers in the Stanley Cup Final. Quick is from Connecticut and grew up a Rangers fan. Given their cap situation, adding Quick as the No. 2 goalie behind Igor Shesterkin makes plenty of sense.
**Keep an Eye 👁️ on**
— Kevin Weekes (@KevinWeekes) June 30, 2023
Barring anything unforeseen, I think it’s highly likely that CT Born G and UFA Jonathan Quick signs w his childhood fave team ; @NYRangers . @espn @NHL @NHLNetwork @TSNHockey @DKSportsbook #HockeyTwitter pic.twitter.com/uG29AZLphQ
2:01 p.m. —The Oilers have re-signed depth forward Mattias Janmark to a one-year deal worth $1 million. The 30-year-old scored 10 goals and recorded 25 points in 66 games last season.
Oilers have locked up Janmark. 1x1m.
— Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) June 30, 2023
1:15 p.m. —Blake Wheeler hasn't been away from the Jets long, but apparently he prefers to see out an opportunity on the NFL Jets' side of the U.S. According to his agent, Matt Keator, Wheeler would like an opportunity to play for a team in the Eastern Conference.
Blake Wheeler’s agent — Matt Keator — indicates the winger prefers the Eastern conference: less travel and a new experience. We will see what evolves
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) June 30, 2023
11:51 p.m. —Jesper Fast is staying in Carolina. He will remain with the Hurricanes on a contract that pays in the $2.4 million AAV range over two years, according to Chris Johnston. Fast has been a valuable piece for Rod Brind'Amour's team.
With Jesper Fast and the #hurricanes working through the final details of a contract extension, it's expected to be a two-year deal in the $2.4M AAV range.@NorthStarBet @TSN_Sports
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) June 30, 2023
Best NHL free agents available
Here's a look at the top 30 free agents available as ranked by SN's Bryan Murphy.
| Rank | Player | Position | Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | C | 32 | |
| 2. | C | 32 | |
| 3. | Tyler Bertuzzi | LW | 28 |
| 4. | D | 31 | |
| 5. | Vladimir Tarasenko | RW | 31 |
| 6. | Patrick Kane | RW | 34 |
| 7. | LW | 34 | |
| 8. | Patrice Bergeron | C | 37 |
| 9. | G | 33 | |
| 10. | LW | 33 | |
| 11. | G | 27 | |
| 12. | Matt Dumba | D | 28 |
| 13. | Max Domi | LW | 28 |
| 14. | David Krejci | C | 36 |
| 15. | LW | 27 | |
| 16. | C | 27 | |
| 17. | LW | 31 | |
| 18. | D | 29 | |
| 19. | D | 28 | |
| 20. | G | 34 | |
| 21. | D | 30 | |
| 22. | Martin Jones | G | 33 |
| 23. | D | 31 | |
| 24. | G | 27 | |
| 25. | Alexander Kerfoot | C | 28 |
| 26. | C | 28 | |
| 27. | Tomas Tatar | LW | 32 |
| 28. | C | 34 | |
| 29. | RW | 33 | |
| 30. | D | 27 |
