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Justin Sourdif signs eight-year extension with Capitals

16.9.26 Washing.

The Washington Capitals signed forward Justin Sourdif to an eight-year, $50.8 million contract extension worth $6.35 million annually. The 24-year-old broke out in 2025-26, recording 15 goals and 35 points in 78 games. The deal begins next season and follows Washington's eight-year extension for Ryan Leonard.

Sabres sign Noah Ostlund to eight-year extension

15.9.26 Buffalo

The Buffalo Sabres signed 22-year-old forward Noah Ostlund to an eight-year, $52.8 million extension, showing their confidence in his development after a promising rookie season. Ostlund is expected to play a top-two-line role as Buffalo builds around its young core.

Kreider signs one-year deal with Canadiens

13.9.26 Montreal

Chris Kreider has signed a one-year contract with the Montreal Canadiens worth $2.15 million annually, with bonuses that could push his earnings to $5 million. The 35-year-old forward joins former Rangers teammate and Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis after leaving Anaheim to provide the Ducks with salary-cap flexibility. A proven net-front scorer, Kreider has recorded 20 or more goals in 11 of 14 NHL seasons.

Golden Knights sign Bowman to six-year extension

11.9.26 Vegas

The Vegas Golden Knights signed 23-year-old forward Braeden Bowman to a six-year extension worth $3.4 million annually, keeping him under contract through the 2032-33 season. Bowman had 26 goals and 36 assists in 34 AHL games last season and added eight goals and 18 assists in 54 NHL games, aiming to establish himself as a full-time player in Vegas.

Bruins sign Minten to seven-year extension

10.9.26 Boston

The Boston Bruins have signed 22-year-old forward Fraser Minten to a seven-year, $50.4 million extension. Minten posted 17 goals and 18 assists in his first full NHL season while leading all rookies with a plus-21 rating. He emerged as a key two-way center after joining Boston in the Brandon Carlo trade.

Canucks sign Zeev Buium to eight-year extension

5.9.26 Vancouv.

The Vancouver Canucks signed 20-year-old defenseman Zeev Buium to an eight-year extension worth $9.38 million annually. Buium, acquired from Minnesota in the Quinn Hughes trade, has recorded six goals and 20 assists in 76 NHL games.

Devils acquire Luke Evangelista to bolster forward group

2.9.26 N. Jersey

The New Jersey Devils acquired 24-year-old winger Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators for a conditional first-round pick and a 2028 second-rounder. Coming off a 56-point season, Evangelista adds playmaking and top-nine scoring potential while carrying a manageable $3 million cap hit and remaining under team control beyond this season.

Cale Makar signs record extension

1.9.26 Colorado

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar has agreed to an eight-year extension worth a record $20.4 million annually, making him the highest-paid player in NHL history. The 27-year-old two-time Norris Trophy winner will remain with Colorado through the league's upcoming salary-cap changes, with the deal including a full no-movement clause.

Kevin Korchinski signs two-year deal with Blackhawks

30.8.26 Chicago

The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a two-year, $1.325 million salary-cap hit contract with defenseman Kevin Korchinski. The 22-year-old had two assists in 13 NHL games last season and added 26 points in 53 AHL games with Rockford. Korchinski was the No. 7 overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft and has 19 points in 105 career NHL games.

Cale Makar becomes NHL's highest-paid player

29.8.26 Colorado

Cale Makar has agreed to an eight-year extension with the Colorado Avalanche worth a record $20.4 million average annual value. The 27-year-old defenseman becomes the first NHL player to earn at least $20 million per season. A two-time Norris Trophy winner, Makar has been a finalist for the award in each of the past six seasons and remains a centerpiece of the Avalanche.

Hellebuyck publicly requests trade from Jets

28.8.26 Winnipeg

Three-time Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck has confirmed he asked the Winnipeg Jets for a trade several months ago. The 33-year-old goaltender, who has spent his entire NHL career in Winnipeg, said he believes moving on is best for him and his family as training camp approaches.

Sakic confident Makar extension will be done before camp

24.8.26 Colorado

Joe Sakic returned to the ice with Avalanche legends in an alumni game, but his focus is now on contract negotiations. Sakic said he is confident Cale Makar will sign a long-term extension before training camp, while there are no updates on coach Jared Bednar's contract.