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Patrik Laine “wants a fresh start” and both sides are working on a trade, according to Pierre LeBrun.

StlBlues  announce Alexander Steen will become the team’s new GM in 2026. He has signed a 5-year contract and will work as special assistant to Doug Armstrong for the first two.

Armstrong signs a new contract until 2029 and will transition to President of Hockey Operations in 2026.

The San Jose Sharks have hired Ryan Warsofsky as their next head coach.

He previously served as an assistant under David Quinn.

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed defenseman Jalen Chatfield to a three-year extension worth an AAV of $3 million.

Kaapo Kakko has agreed to one year, $2.4M extension with the Rangers.

Stlblues announce a one-year extension with D Scott Perunovich: 1 year x $1.15 million.

CBJ have relieved Pascal Vincent of his duties as the club's head coach.

NYR buyout candidate Barclay Goodrow was placed on waivers today.

Rangers are hoping to gauge the market on him. If someone claims him, full contract comes off the books. If not, they'll have to examine other options - including buyout with unique cap credit for next year.

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The Flyers continue to explore options around veteran Cam Atkinson. SJ has trade interest, but sources say Atkinson isn’t keen on a move to the Sharks. Philly will eat a good chunk of the final year of his contract. Buyout is also an option, as is keeping him in the mix.

TRADE

To Sharks:
Ty Dellandrea (Signing rights)

To Dallas:
2025 4th round pick (WPG)

TRADE

To Devils :
G - Jacob Markström (31.25% Retained Salary)

To Calgary:
D - Kevin Bahl
2025 1st RD pick (NJD) Conditional**

**Condition: If the pick is a Top 10 next season the club can transfer their 2026 1st RD pick instead.

TRADE

To Washington:
F Pierre-Luc Dubois

To Los Angeles:
G Darcy Kuemper

No salary retained.

San Jose has claimed Barclay Goodrow off waivers.

Goodrow began his career with the Sharks.

Canucks have agreed to terms with defenceman Mark Friedman on a one-year contract with a $775K AAV.

The #Canes have re-signed defenseman Ty Smith to a one-year, two-way contract.

NHL: $775,000 Minor: $200,000 ($275,000 guaranteed)

TRADE

To #NJDevils
Adam Beckman (RFA Signing rights)

To #MNWild
Graeme Clarke (RFA Signing Rights)

Avs forward Andrew Cogliano announces his retirement after 1,294 #NHL regular season games.

Cogliano is joining #GoAvsGo front office to assist with player development, pro and amateur scouting, as well as their AHL club.

The Blue Jackets have signed right wing Yegor Chinakhov to a two-year, $4.2 million contract extension ($2.1 million AAV).