Photo taken from NHL.com The Tampa Bay Lightning had a very quiet July 1st, signing just two players. You know they didn’t do much when their biggest signing of the day was Curtis McElhinney, who will likely be the team’s backup goaltender. This was expected given they tied the NHL-record for regular-season wins last season … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy Recap- the Tampa Bay Lightning
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Free Agent Frenzy: the Ottawa Senators
Photo taken from NHL.com The Ottawa Senators had a relatively quiet July 1st signing-wise, although they did make a big trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs. This was expected given they are in full-on rebuild mode and the organization is a bit of a dumpster fire between owner and management issues and on-ice play that … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy: the Ottawa Senators
Free Agent Frenzy Recap: the Montreal Canadiens
Photo taken from NHL.com The Montreal Canadiens probably had the most interesting July 1st, but not because of who they signed. They only signed depth guys, but they also tendered an offer sheet to the Carolina Hurricane’s Sebastian Aho. I remain it was a very stupid thing for them to do because they lowballed him … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy Recap: the Montreal Canadiens
Free Agent Frenzy Recap- Florida Panthers
Photo taken from NHL.com The Florida Panthers were one of the busiest teams on July 1st this season. Their biggest move was undoubtedly signing goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky, but they also made a few others moves that will help them. Here’s a recap of their day and a quick write-up on each of the new signings. … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy Recap- Florida Panthers
Free Agent Frenzy Recap- Detroit Red Wings
Photo taken from NHL.com The Detroit Red Wings signed three players on July 1st but made their biggest move back in March when they resigned goaltender Jimmy Howard to a one-year contract worth $5.1 million. Here’s a recap of their day and a brief write-up on each player. Patrik Nemeth, D. Nemeth was signed to … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy Recap- Detroit Red Wings
Free Agent Frenzy Recap- the Buffalo Sabres
Photo taken from NHL.com The Buffalo Sabres were relatively quiet on July 1st, as they only added depth pieces. They made their big move back on June 7th when they resigned pending UFA Jeff Skinner to a massive eight-year, $72 million contract ($9 million AAV). Here’s a recap of all the moves they made yesterday, … Continue reading Free Agent Frenzy Recap- the Buffalo Sabres
Penguins Add Depth to the Organization
David Warsofsky(Photo from NHL.com)Andrew Agozzino(Photo from NHL.com The Penguins added a couple of depth players yesterday in defenseman David Warsofsky and forward Andrew Agozzino. Agozzino and Warsofsky both spent last season with the Colorado Avalanche organization, playing for their AHL affiliate, the Colorado Eagles. Both have spent some time in the NHL and could be … Continue reading Penguins Add Depth to the Organization
Bruins’ Free Agent Frenzy Recap: Depth, Depth, and More Depth
Logo copyrighted by the NHL The Bruins signed six players during the free agent frenzy yesterday and announced an extension for defenseman Connor Clifton. Introducing the new Bruins (and reintroducing a prospect that was resigned): Maxime Lagace, G. Played primarily for the Chicago Wolves (AHL affiliate of the Vegas Golden Knights) last season, where he … Continue reading Bruins’ Free Agent Frenzy Recap: Depth, Depth, and More Depth
The Bruins Sign Forward Ryan Fitzgerald
Photo taken from NHL.com The Bruins announced today that they have re-signed forward Ryan Fitzgerald to a one-year, two-way contract worth $700,000 at the NHL level. Fitzgerald, 23, plays center, and has yet to play an NHL game but recorded nine goals and 28 assists in 61 games for the Providence Bruins of the AHL … Continue reading The Bruins Sign Forward Ryan Fitzgerald
The Bruins Sign Defenseman Josiah Didier
Welcome to Boston, Josiah! Photo taken from gocheckers.com. The Bruins announced today that they have signed defenseman Josiah Didier, although there have been conflicting reports as to what kind of contract it was. On the Bruins official announcement of all their signings, it is listed as a one-year AHL contract, but on the Bruins recap … Continue reading The Bruins Sign Defenseman Josiah Didier