East Notes: Islanders RFAs, Penguins, Lauko

The Dallas Stars have reassigned winger Emil Hemming to the OHL's Barrie Colts after a disappointing stint in the AHL, where he failed to score in five games. A first-round pick in 2024, Hemming had 18 goals and 48 points in 60 games for Barrie last season and aims to regain his confidence before transitioning to professional hockey in 2026-27. Want More Context? 🔎

Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley has signed an eight-year extension averaging $10.587 million annually, as announced by general manager Jim Nill. The 24-year-old, who has become a key player on the team, averaged 23:07 minutes of ice time and recorded a career-high 50 points last season, expressing his commitment to winning a Stanley Cup in Dallas. Want More Context? 🔎

Connor McDavid scored two goals and Evan Bouchard contributed three assists as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Utah Mammoth 6-3, ending their two-game losing streak. The Mammoth, who had their seven-game winning streak snapped, received goals from Logan Cooley, JJ Peterka, and Barrett Hayton, marking a historic month with eight wins. Want More Context? 🔎