Forwards
- Mitch Marner (RW/LW) → Vegas Golden Knights
8 years, $96M ($12M AAV)
Vegas made the splash of the summer, trading for and extending Marner. One of the NHL’s most complete wingers, he brings elite playmaking, two-way responsibility, and special teams dominance. Slotting him next to Jack Eichel gives the Golden Knights a lethal top line.
- Nikolaj Ehlers (LW) → Carolina Hurricanes
6 years, $8.5M AAV
The Hurricanes have long craved more finishing ability. Ehlers adds speed, scoring touch, and play-driving ability, fitting seamlessly into Carolina’s aggressive forechecking style. He gives their top-six a much-needed spark.
- Brock Boeser (RW) → Vancouver Canucks (re-signed)
7 years, $7.25M AAV
The Canucks kept their sniper in place, securing Boeser long-term. A consistent 30-goal threat, he gives Elias Pettersson a reliable scoring winger. This move stabilizes Vancouver’s offensive core for years to come.
- Mikael Granlund (C/RW) → Anaheim Ducks
3 years, $21M ($7M AAV)
Anaheim wanted a veteran voice to complement their young core. Granlund provides versatility and playmaking while mentoring Mason McTavish and Leo Carlsson. He’ll play meaningful minutes while helping guide the Ducks’ rebuild.
Defensemen
- Vladislav Gavrikov (D) → New York Rangers
7 years, $49M ($7M AAV)
New York reinforced its blue line with Gavrikov, a strong shutdown defender who thrives against top competition. His size, reliability, and penalty-killing make him a perfect balance to the Rangers’ offensive defensemen.
- Ryan Lindgren (D) → Seattle Kraken
4 years, $18M ($4.5M AAV)
A gritty, defense-first blueliner, Lindgren fits seamlessly with the Kraken’s hard-working style. His toughness, shot-blocking, and playoff pedigree add stability to Seattle’s top-four rotation.
- Nate Schmidt (D) → Utah Mammoth
3 years, $10.5M ($3.5M AAV)
The expansion Mammoth needed leadership, and Schmidt provides both experience and personality. He’ll log steady minutes while serving as a mentor for Utah’s young roster, establishing culture in year one.
- Brent Burns (D) → Colorado Avalanche
2 years, $4.5M AAV
Colorado adds a veteran power-play quarterback with a booming shot. Burns still brings offense and a heavy presence on the blue line, while his leadership and experience make him an ideal fit for a Cup-contending roster.
- Aaron Ekblad (D) → Florida Panthers (re-signed)
8 years, $48.8M total
Florida locked in their defensive anchor long-term. Ekblad plays heavy minutes in all situations, balancing strong defensive play with steady offensive contributions. Keeping him ensures the Panthers’ championship core stays intact.
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