On Monday, the New York Islanders signed 2025 16th overall pick Victor Eklund to a three-year entry-level contract, although he will continue playing in Sweden with Djurgardens IF for the 2025-26 season after a strong performance last year. This contract allows the Islanders to preserve a year of Eklund’s entry-level contract, as he won’t play in the NHL yet.
The Los Angeles Kings have signed restricted free agent Alex Laferriere to a three-year, $12.3 million contract with a $4.1 million annual cap hit. The 24-year-old winger, who posted 19 goals and 42 points in 77 games last season, is expected to continue his offensive growth after a successful career start following his NCAA experience at Harvard and a brief AHL stint. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Buffalo Sabres are eager to secure a Stanley Cup playoff spot next season, while the Philadelphia Flyers, under new coach Rick Tocchet, aim to surprise with a competitive team. With key player additions like Trevor Zegras and a focus on improving their defense, both teams will compete directly, especially in three upcoming matchups that could impact their wild-card chances. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Sharks have made significant offseason additions, acquiring forwards Adam Gaudette, Philipp Kurashev, Ryan Reaves, and Jeff Skinner, as well as defensemen John Klingberg, Nick Leddy, and Dmitry Orlov, along with goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic. While many of these veterans may be past their prime, each player has the potential to impact the team positively in specific roles, enhancing scoring, playmaking, and defensive capabilities. Want More Context? 🔎
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