The NHL is approaching the 2025-26 season, with three former New Jersey Devils forwards—Nathan Bastian, Kevin Rooney, and Jimmy Vesey—currently seeking new opportunities. Bastian, who hopes to stay with the Devils, is experiencing free agency for the first time, while Rooney and Vesey, coming off various experiences with different teams, are also in search of contracts after their recent seasons.
After trading All-Star winger Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights, the Toronto Maple Leafs have sought to address their offensive gaps by acquiring Matias Maccelli, Nicolas Roy, and Dakota Joshua. Promising prospect Easton Cowan, the 28th overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, aims to secure a roster spot after an impressive OHL career, but faces competition among 14 forwards already signed. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Penguins are positioned as sellers ahead of the 2026 season, looking to leverage valuable trade assets like wingers Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust, while also exploring a move for defenseman Erik Karlsson, whose $10MM cap hit and no-movement clause complicate potential trades. Despite his declining performance, the Hurricanes may be a suitable destination for Karlsson, though they face questions about investing in a strong area rather than addressing other roster needs. Want More Context? 🔎
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Projected top-10 pick Tynan Lawrence will remain with the USHL's Muskegon Lumberjacks for the 2025-26 season instead of joining the QMJHL's Chicoutimi Saguenéens, as he prepares for his draft year. Meanwhile, fellow Boston University commit Braidy Wassilyn will stay with the OHL’s Niagara IceDogs, and former NHLer Cole Schneider has signed with Italy's HC Bolzano after a successful AHL career. Want More Context? 🔎
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