NHL Transfers/Trades in 2026/2027 Season Hockey

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.

7.8.26 Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Penguins signed 23-year-old forward Ville Koivunen to an eight-year contract worth $4 million per season, underscoring his role in the franchise's future. Acquired from Carolina in the Jake Guentzel trade, Koivunen recorded seven points in 39 NHL games last season and impressed with nine points in nine AHL playoff games for Wilkes-Barre.

1.8.26 San Jose

The San Jose Sharks signed forward Collin Graf to a three-year, $12.75 million contract after his breakout 2025-26 season. The 23-year-old recorded 21 goals and 25 assists in 81 games while emerging as a reliable two-way player and key penalty killer. Undrafted out of Quinnipiac University, Graf has totaled 26 goals and 33 assists in 121 career NHL games.

30.7.26 San Jose

The San Jose Sharks signed star forward Macklin Celebrini to a five-year, $94 million contract extension, making him the NHL's highest-paid player with an $18.8 million annual salary beginning in 2027-28. Celebrini, who set a franchise-record 115 points last season, accepted slightly less than the maximum possible deal to give the Sharks more roster-building flexibility as the team continues its rebuild.

26.7.26 Columbus

The Columbus Blue Jackets avoided arbitration by signing forward Cole Sillinger to a three-year, $13.875 million deal. The 23-year-old Columbus native and 2021 first-round pick recorded 33 points last season and has totaled 51 goals and 140 points in 367 NHL games. The team views Sillinger as a key two-way forward with continued room to grow.

24.7.26 Chicago

Patrick Kane is returning to the Chicago Blackhawks after agreeing to a two-year contract worth $8 million annually. The 37-year-old franchise legend, who won three Stanley Cups and numerous individual awards during his first 16 seasons in Chicago, rejoins the team after spending time with the Rangers and Red Wings.

22.7.26 Dallas

The Dallas Stars signed leading scorer Jason Robertson to a one-year, $12 million contract, avoiding salary arbitration and keeping the star forward in Dallas for at least one more season. The short-term deal leaves Robertson on track for unrestricted free agency next summer, while the cap-strapped Stars will need additional moves to become salary-cap compliant before the season begins.

19.7.26 Chicago

The Chicago Blackhawks signed star center Connor Bedard to a five-year, $75 million contract extension, securing a key piece of the franchise's rebuild. Bedard, the 2023 No. 1 overall pick, is expected to miss the start of the season after recent shoulder surgery but is coming off a career-best campaign with 30 goals and 45 assists in 69 games.

18.7.26 Philadel.

The Philadelphia Flyers have signed defenseman Jamie Drysdale to a four-year, $26 million contract extension, carrying a $6.5 million annual salary cap hit through the 2029-30 season. The 24-year-old is coming off a career-best season with eight goals and 32 points while averaging more than 21 minutes of ice time, helping Philadelphia reach the playoffs.

17.7.26 St Louis

The St. Louis Blues have signed forward Connor McMichael to a six-year, $40.5 million contract carrying a $6.75 million annual cap hit through the 2031-32 season. Acquired from the Washington Capitals in last month's Jordan Kyrou trade, McMichael earned the long-term deal after a career-best season with 32 assists and 14 goals in 78 games.

16.7.26 Winnipeg

The Winnipeg Jets avoided salary arbitration by signing center Cole Perfetti to a five-year, $30 million contract with a $6 million annual cap hit. The 24-year-old recorded 32 points in 68 games last season and has 157 points in 290 career NHL games, while the Jets continue to navigate an offseason marked by trade speculation surrounding star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck.

14.7.26 NY Ran.

The New York Rangers and defenseman Braden Schneider have agreed to a one-year, $5.5 million contract, avoiding a scheduled salary arbitration hearing. The 24-year-old remains a key defensive piece and will be arbitration-eligible again after the 2026-27 season.