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NHL free agent news and signings. NHL free agency begins on July 1st, but free agent news and rumors begins long before that.
NHL Rumors: Travis Konecny, Jake Gardiner, Zach Parise, and Justin Schultz
The Flyers and Konecny could be close to a bridge deal. Gardiner won't talk about his FA status. Would have been a "disastrous" trade for the Wild. What will the Penguins do with Schultz?
NHL Rumors: Winnipeg Jets – Patrik Laine and Kyle Connor
NHL Rumors: It sounds like Patrik Laine seems prepared that he may not be playing for the Winnipeg Jets next season. Kyle Connor would like a long-term deal from the Jets.
NHL Rumors: Winnipeg Jets and the Colorado Avalanche
Kyle Connor is will waiting for a new contract from the Winnipeg Jets. The Colorado Avalanche and restricted free agent Mikko Rantanen will talk soon.
NHL Rumors: Minnesota Wild and the Buffalo Sabres
Kevin Fiala awaits a new contract as the Minnesota Wild search for a new GM. The Buffalo Sabres are still talking to teams about Rasmus Ristolainen.
2019 Worst Free Agent Signing: The Central Division
The offseason plods along as September approaches. When general managers get extended makes for compelling news, it is a sign. Anyway, for all those...
NHL Rumors: Joe Thornton, Patrick Marleau, and Shayne Gostisbehere
Joe Thornton will sign with the San Jose Sharks eventually but it may not happen for Patrick Marleau. Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere knows the trade rumors are out of his control.
The Latest on This Summer’s Top NHL Restricted Free Agents
It's unlikely that any of the top remaining restricted free agents sign soon but things should heat up in September. A look at recent updates on the top RFAs.
NHL Rumors: Taylor Hall, Mitch Marner, and the Calgary Flames
Taylor Hall could look for Artemi Panarin money. RFAs should fall in line after Mitch Marner re-signs. The Calgary Flames will look at the market for a defenseman.
NHL Rumors and Notes: Maroon, Barbashev, Guerin, Lemieux, Seattle, and Carolina
Patrick Maroon still getting interest. No update on Ivan Barbashev. NY Rangers and Brendan Lemieux not close on a deal. Seattle team name by early 2020.
NHL Rumors: Brendan Perlini, Mikko Rantanen, and David Krejci
Avs prefer signing Mikko Rantanen long-term but okay if a short-term deal. It doesn't really make sense for the Boston Bruins to trade David Krejci.
NHL Rumors: Offer Sheets, Justin Williams, Calgary Flames, and the Detroit Red Wings
Justin Williams is still undecided. The Calgary Flames to look at the trade market for a defenseman. Anthony Mantha could get a nice raise. Mike Green could be dealt at the trade deadline.
NHL Rumors: The Washington Capitals and Ottawa Senators
Sergei Bobrovsky is the perfect comparable for Braden Holtby. Ottawa Senators GM Pierre Dorion on Colin White, Thomas Chabot, and their payroll.
