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Rangers sign Alexis Lafrenière to a 2-year contract worth $4.65 million

Rangers sign Alexis Lafrenière to a 2-year contract worth $4.65 million

The New York Rangers have re-signed Alexis Lafrenière, inking the young winger to a two-year contract worth $4.65 million. Lafrenière will count just over $2.
Maple Leafs sign star centre Auston Matthews to four-year, $53-million extension

Maple Leafs sign star centre Auston Matthews to four-year, $53-million extension

TORONTO — Auston Matthews has put pen to paper on a deal that is set to make him the NHL's highest-paid player. And the Toronto Maple Leafs — and their fans — can finally exhale.
Coyotes sign coach André Tourigny to 3-year contract extension

Coyotes sign coach André Tourigny to 3-year contract extension

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — André Tourigny's task when he first arrived in Arizona was to set the foundation for a franchise on shaky ground. The Coyotes made progress in his first two seasons, pointing to a better future just over the horizon.
Lightning sign Brandon Hagel to an 8-year extension worth $52 million

Lightning sign Brandon Hagel to an 8-year extension worth $52 million

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed forward Brandon Hagel to an eight-year contract extension worth $52 million. Vice president and general manager Julien BriseBois announced the deal Tuesday. Hagel will count $6.
Former Leafs goalie Jonathan Bernier retires after playing more than a decade in NHL

Former Leafs goalie Jonathan Bernier retires after playing more than a decade in NHL

NEWARK, N.J. — Goaltender Jonathan Bernier has decided to retire after playing more than a decade in the NHL, a career that spanned six teams and included winning a Stanley Cup ring.
Jets sign defenceman Logan Stanley to one-year contract

Jets sign defenceman Logan Stanley to one-year contract

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Jets have signed defenceman Logan Stanley to a one-year contract. The deal is worth US$1 million. Stanley, 25, had three points (one goal, two assists) in 19 games for the Jets during the 2022-23 season.
Anaheim Ducks acquire defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin from Buffalo for a 4th-round draft pick

Anaheim Ducks acquire defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin from Buffalo for a 4th-round draft pick

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Anaheim Ducks have acquired defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin in a trade with the Buffalo Sabres. The Ducks sent a fourth-round draft choice in 2025 to Buffalo on Friday night.
Rick Jeanneret's legacy as the voice of the Sabres will continue on following his death at 81

Rick Jeanneret's legacy as the voice of the Sabres will continue on following his death at 81

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Though Rick Jeanneret’s booming, youthful voice has gone silent, his memory will remain cherished by generations of fans and NHL players who heard him call Buffalo Sabres games over a 51-year career.
Longtime Blackhawks leader Toews says he's stepping away for health -- but not retiring

Longtime Blackhawks leader Toews says he's stepping away for health -- but not retiring

CHICAGO (AP) — Former Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews, a free agent after 16 years in Chicago, says he is stepping away from hockey to get healthy after playing in just 53 games last season.
Canadiens trade Petry for second time in just over a year in deal with Red Wings

Canadiens trade Petry for second time in just over a year in deal with Red Wings

MONTREAL — Kent Hughes admits he never really intended to reacquire Jeff Petry about a year after trading him.