NHL Free Agency Articles - Page 11

The Anaheim Ducks missed the Stanley Cup playoffs for the seventh straight season. Despite that, there was some improvement, as the Ducks went 35-37-10, an improvement of 21 points from the previous season. Still, there are reasons for concern as the Ducks approach 2025 free agency. The Ducks’ nightmare scenario for NHL free agency would […]

The Washington Capitals were the top team in the Eastern Conference this regular season. Still, the Capitals were eliminated by the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the playoffs.  The Capitals will look to take another step towards winning the Cup again in 2025-26. We will look at the dream scenario in 2025 NHL […]

Brad Marchand has been a phenomenal addition to the Florida Panthers in their pursuit of another Stanley Cup. While he’s looking to help the Cats win another championship, the veteran is also a free agent this summer. Marchand is in the final year of his eight-year deal that he signed with the Boston Bruins in […]

After making it to the playoffs for a ninth straight season, the Toronto Maple Leafs were eliminated in the second round by the Florida Panthers. It was the second time in three years that they were eliminated in the second round by the Panthers. It was also the ninth straight time they have failed to […]

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Florida Panthers in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It marked the end of an era for various reasons, including the departure of team president Brendan Shanahan. But NHL free agency will be fascinating for the Maple Leafs, as star forwards Mitch Marner and John Tavares […]

The New York Islanders missed the playoffs after a dismal 82-point season. That ended Lou Lamoriello’s seven-year run as the team’s general manager and president of hockey operations. They already have the first-overall pick in the NHL Entry Draft, but need to add scoring beyond just one prospect. The Islanders can hit a grand slam […]

The Carolina Hurricanes lost to the Florida Panthers in five games in the Eastern Conference Final. In seven years with Rod Brind’amour behind the bench, Carolina has made the East Final three times. They have won just one game. Something has to change for the Canes to compete for a Stanley Cup. Hurricanes general manager […]

As the Florida Panthers prepare to defend their Stanley Cup crown against the Edmonton Oilers, they soon will need to prepare for the offseason. The Panthers have multiple big-name free agents this offseason. Still, they will also need to address other key contributors. One of those is defenseman Nate Schmidt. We look at the three […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets missed the playoffs for a fifth straight season. Still, they made strides this year, moving from eighth in the Metropolitan Division in 2023-24 to fourth this past year. This year, the Blue Jackets missed the playoffs by just two points. The Blue Jackets are expected to be aggressive this offseason. Still, […]

One of the key decisions that will be made by Minnesota Wild general manager this offseason is whether to continue trying to re-sign pending restricted free agent forward Marco Rossi. Multiple reports indicated that Rossi recently rejected a pair of contract offers from the Wild, including a reported five-year, $25 million deal during the regular […]

The Tampa Bay Lightning reunited with Yanni Gourde at the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline. Gourde and winger Oliver Bjorkstrand joined the team through trade with the Seattle Kraken. Both of these veterans were rental options on expiring contracts. However, the Lightning have kept Gourde from reaching NHL Free Agency this summer. Gourde has signed a […]

Although potential new contracts for Kirill Kaprizov and Marco Rossi have dominated headlines for the Minnesota Wild lately, general manager Bill Guerin got another piece of business done on Monday. The Wild and Marcus Johansson agreed to a one-year contract extension that will keep the veteran forward in the State of Hockey for at least […]

The New York Rangers had an abysmal season in 2024-25. And it led to their missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2021. It was a massive disappointment, especially considering how they began the season. New York could make some significant changes this summer, and defenseman K’Andre Miller is a player who […]

The Pittsburgh Penguins traded for Erik Karlsson before the 2023-24 campaign. Pittsburgh hoped trading for the future Hall of Fame defenseman would bring them into Stanley Cup contention status. Karlsson recorded the first 100+ point season by a blueliner since Brian Leetch in 1992-93 before joining the Penguins. And he won the Norris Trophy as […]

The Dallas Stars were eliminated by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2025 Western Conference Finals. This is the third consecutive West Final Dallas has lost. And now the team is heading toward a bit of a crossroads. They have limited cap space despite the fact that the Stars need to re-sign the likes of Matt […]

After a thrilling six game series loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Ottawa Senators have shifted focus to competing once again for a playoff spot. One of the key cogs of recent Senators teams, veteran forward Claude Giroux, would like to stay with the franchise. […]

As heartbreaking as the ending of the 2024-25 season was for the Dallas Stars, there’s no question about it: the franchise will likely be in the playoff hunt once again next season. GM Jim Nill and head coach Pete DeBoer’s team fell in five games to the Edmonton Oilers in the Western Conference Final. Although […]

The Detroit Red Wings struggled offensively, especially at even strength, during the 2024-25 campaign. Detroit is likely to be in the market for goal scorers once NHL Free Agency begins. This especially rings true if veteran winger Patrick Kane hits the open market on July 1 once his contract officially expires. It was a tale […]

The Ottawa Senators made the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs after a bit of a disappointing start. There are a number of reasons for their turnaround this past season. One of their more unsung heroes, however, was veteran forward Adam Gaudette. Gaudette had a career season for the Senators in 2024-25. Gaudette had a remarkable start […]

The Vancouver Canucks entertained Brock Boeser trade offers at the deadline back in March. However, they elected to keep the veteran winger. Boeser finished the season with 25 goals and 50 points in 75 games played. He could have attracted a decent return at the deadline. Now, he could walk in NHL Free Agency for […]

The Vancouver Canucks finished outside of the playoffs once again this year. It was the fourth time in five years that the Canucks did not make it to the playoffs. They won the Pacific Division in 2024, but took a step back this season. The Canucks have already made offseason moves to move back to […]

For a fifth straight season, the Columbus Blue Jackets failed to make the playoffs. Still, the Blue Jackets are expected to be aggressive this offseason. Still, the Blue Jackets have multiple pending free agents. One of those is James van Riemsdyk. We look at the three best destinations for van Riemsdyk in NHL free agency. […]

For a fourth straight season, the Los Angeles Kings lost in the first round to the Edmonton Oilers. They have already made offseason moves, as the Kings have brought in Ken Holland as the new GM. Holland will have plenty of decisions to make this offseason. One of those decisions is the future of Valdislav […]

The Ottawa Senators, thanks to an influx of young talent and established veterans like Claude Giroux, finally returned to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since their unexpected run to Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Final against the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2017. While it was ultimately a short-lived stay in the postseason, […]

The Montreal Canadiens made the playoffs for the first time since losing in the 2021 Stanley Cup Finals. Still, the Canadiens were eliminated in five games by the Washington Capitals. Now, the Canadiens will look towards the offseason. One of the decisions that needs to be made is surrounding free agent Christian Dvorak. If the […]

With the Carolina Hurricanes being eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, there are numerous questions about the future. They have players on expiring deals and might not re-sign them. Dmitry Orlov has several choices to make as he enters 2025 NHL free agency, and will probably pick a new team. Orlov tallied six goals and […]

The Edmonton Oilers are attempting to win the Stanley Cup for the first time since 1990. Ultimately, they are getting production from all four lines. But one player from those lines might be playing his last games with the team. Corey Perry has decisions to make as his career winds down, and there are options […]

The New Jersey Devils were eliminated by the Carolina Hurricanes in the playoffs for the second time in three years. Now, with their focus on the offseason, the Devils have to make decisions on pending free agents. One of those is goaltender Jake Allen. We look at the three best destinations for Allen in the […]

The Edmonton Oilers are in the thick of the Stanley Cup Playoff race and are close to sealing a second straight trip to the Stanley Cup. Yet, questions will arise after the playoffs end, and they may lose one of their depth forwards. Trent Frederic has some options as he chooses the best possible destinations […]

The Carolina Hurricanes were just eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, falling to the Panthers in five games. It was the seventh straight season the Hurricanes have been to the playoffs, but the second time in three years they have lost to the Panthers in the Conference Finals. Now, the Hurricanes turn their focus to […]

The Ottawa Senators just made the playoffs for the first time since the 2016-17 season. Still, they would fall short, losing in the first round to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Now, the Senators turn their focus towards the NHL offseason, including pending free agent Anton Forsberg. We look at the three best destinations for Forsberg […]

The Colorado Avalanche were one of the most active teams ahead of the NHL trade deadline. They picked up Martin Necas, Jack Drury, Brock Nelson, Charlie Coyle, Mackenzie Blackwood, and Ryan Lindgren, just to name a few. Now, Lindgren, the lone defenseman on the list, is hitting free agency at 27 years old. Could the […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets fell short of making the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season. Now, they have many questions to answer, and one of them involves one of their defenders. Ivan Provorov has options as he chooses his possible destinations during the 2025 NHL free agency, with one being a gritty California team. Provovov had […]

The Minnesota Wild fell short once again, losing to the Vegas Golden Knights in the First Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Sadly, it was another exit, leaving them with many unanswered questions. One of those questions involves Gustav Nyquist, and three teams might sign him to a new contract during NHL free agency if […]

The Dallas Stars are attempting to stay alive in their Western Conference Final against the Edmonton Oilers. Unfortunately, they are one loss away from another loss to the Oilers. If their season ends, they have a lot to think about, including one of their long-time players. Jamie Benn must also make a choice in NHL free […]

The Seattle Kraken have some decisions to make as NHL free agency approaches. After the Stanley Cup concludes, they will have to decide on one of their best newer players. There are realistically three great destinations for Kaapo Kakko to choose from as he approaches restricted free agency this offseason. When the New York Rangers […]

The Carolina Hurricanes are in the thick of the playoffs, attempting to stay alive in their Eastern Conference Final against the Florida Panthers. However, questions will remain after the playoffs conclude. One of their key contributors may not return. With his contract expiring, there are three destinations where Jack Roslovic would be a great fit […]

The Vegas Golden Knights were recently eliminated by the Oilers in the second round of the playoffs. Still, with limited cap space, the Golden Knights will have tough decisions to make. One of those is pending free agent Reilly Smith. We look at the best destination for Reilly Smith this offseason. Reilly Smith re-joined the […]

After a fourth straight first-round exit to the Oilers, the Los Angeles Kings will look to improve this offseason to finally get past the Oilers. The Kings have hired a new GM tasked with getting them over the hump. One of the first tasks for the new GM will be looking at the Kings’ pending […]