Veteran forward Luke Kunin signs a one-year deal with the Florida Panthers. Kunin split last season with San Jose and Columbus. Through 75 games with the two clubs, Kunin scored 11 goals and 18 points, all with the Sharks. A former first-round pick of the Minnesota Wild in 2015, Kunin provides solid depth in the organization’s bottom six. The contract comes in at $775K. Luke … [Read more...] about Veteran Forward Signs With Defending Cup Champs
Minnesota Wild Sign Key RFA Forward
The Minnesota Wild have made an important decision on a key restricted free agent forward. Marco Rossi and the Wild have decided on a bridge deal. It is a three-year deal, worth $15 million. Michael Russo is reporting that he will earn $4M in year one, $5M in year two, and $6M in the final year. This allows his qualifying offer to be at that $6M level. Marco Rossi’s deal will … [Read more...] about Minnesota Wild Sign Key RFA Forward
NHL Rumours: Vancouver Canucks Staying Active on the Trade Market
Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re almost through August, which means teams will soon be starting training camp. With that, rumours are coming in hot. In today’s NHL Rumour segment, we focus on the Vancouver Canucks and their pursuit of adding a centreman. All NHL rumours come from their original source and are subject to … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Vancouver Canucks Staying Active on the Trade Market
Chicago Blackhawks Sign Young Star to Massive Extension
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed one of their young, potential superstar forwards to a new deal. No, not Connor Bedard, it is Frank Nazar that signs a new contract extension with the club today. The deal is for seven years, and carries an average annual value of a little less than $6.6 million. Furthermore, he was still under contract for the 2025-26 Season. His entry-level … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Sign Young Star to Massive Extension
Swedish Sniper Signs with Colorado Avalanche
Making news today is someone with a strong wrist-shot. Victor Olofsson has signed a new deal today with the Colorado Avalanche. He’s a great add to many teams, and this is no exception. According to PuckPedia, it’s a one-year deal for $1.575 million. Victor Olofsson, signed with COL, is a veteran scoring winger. Spent literally his entire career as a perimeter one-timer … [Read more...] about Swedish Sniper Signs with Colorado Avalanche
Roster Announced for U.S. Men’s Olympic Orientation Camp
USA Hockey announced on Tuesday that 44 players have been invited to the U.S. Men’s Olympic Orientation Camp. The camp will take place from August 26-27 in Michigan. U.S. Men’s Olympic Orientation Camp Introducing the 44 players who will attend the U.S. Men’s Olympic Orientation Camp ?? Details: https://t.co/lWC0ZT1AJc pic.twitter.com/16FT49FRgP — USA Hockey (@usahockey) … [Read more...] about Roster Announced for U.S. Men’s Olympic Orientation Camp
St Louis Blues Sign Veteran Forward to PTO
The St Louis Blues are taking a chance on a veteran forward. News emerged on Tuesday morning that Milan Lucic signed a professional tryout or PTO agreement with the Blues. This news was announced by Blues President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong earlier this morning. Lucic now has a chance to make the roster after taking time away from the game. The … [Read more...] about St Louis Blues Sign Veteran Forward to PTO
NHL Rumours: Update on Talks Between Connor McDavid and Edmonton Oilers
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We may be in the quiet part of the NHL season. However, there’s still plenty to discuss. The initial free agent frenzy has given way to talk about restricted free agents and superstar extensions. This edition of NHL rumours deals with the latter category. There are a number of big-ticket players that could hit the free agent market on … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Update on Talks Between Connor McDavid and Edmonton Oilers
NHL Rumours: Update on Contract for Calgary Flames Goalie
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re counting down the days until the start of training camp. However, there’s still plenty of things going on behind the scene. We may be nearing the start of the 2025-26 season. However, general managers are already thinking about the future. Teams always have to think ahead to the upcoming seasons. A number of players have deals … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Update on Contract for Calgary Flames Goalie