While the NHL has seen a decline in contract signings, several notable moves have occurred in affiliated teams. The Toronto Marlies signed goaltender Kenneth Appleby and six forwards and defensemen, with Sawyer Boulton receiving a two-year deal. The Laval Rocket added defensemen Jacob Dion and Kale McCallum, plus forward Alexander Legkov on one-year contracts. Additionally, former NHL player Nicholas Baptiste is continuing his career in France with Rouen.
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