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Apr 15, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Ilya Samsonov (35) guards his net against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

The free agent market was already weak as the window opened, but the top available netminder is still out there.

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The free agent market was already weak as the window opened, but the top available netminder is still out there.

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Apr 17, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes center Jack Roslovic (96) skates with the puck in the second period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

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Coming off a 22-goal campaign with the Carolina Hurricanes, this former first-round pick has also surpassed 35 points in five straight seasons.

Apr 30, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Evgeny Kuznetsov (92) scores a penalty shot goal against New York Islanders during the first period in game five of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

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The Montreal Canadiens reportedly won't be the ones to bring a former Stanley Cup-winning forward back to the NHL.

Apr 11, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Matt Grzelcyk (24) shoots the puck during the first period against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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This 31-year-old puck-mover posted a career-best 40 points in 82 games, yet he remains unsigned after the initial wave of free agency.

Jan 4, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Edmonton Oilers forward Jeff Skinner (53) is pictured during a game against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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The San Jose Sharks add some veteran depth up front.

Jun 6, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard (2) reacts after scoring a goal against the Florida Panthers during the first period in game two of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

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The Carolina Hurricanes were prepared to make a run at the Edmonton Oilers' top defenseman.

Apr 15, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; A shot by Minnesota Wild left wing Matt Boldy (12) goes over the shoulder of Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal (1) clinching a playoff birth for the Minnesota Wild in overtime at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Many of those players are restricted free agents and remain far away from signing a new deal.

Apr 2, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Jonathan Drouin (27) warms up before a game against the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images

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There were multiple great deals culminated in the opening days, but three contracts stood out as the best signings of free agency.

Jun 17, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers center Brad Marchand (63) hoists the Stanley Cup after winning game six of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Time will reveal which teams made the worst choices when free agency began this year.

This year's free agent goalie class is an underwhelming one headlined by a former Vegas Golden Knights puck-stopper.

Apr 24, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild center Marco Rossi (23) leads the team to the bench after scoring against the Vegas Golden Knights in the first period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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The Vancouver Canucks are the latest team to be linked to a top Minnesota Wild restricted free agent.

Apr 12, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Brock Boeser (6) makes a pass against the Minnesota Wild in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

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The Minnesota Wild were recently named the favorite to land a top free agent winger.

Mar 21, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Ivan Provorov (9) takes the ice to warm up before the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The New York Rangers are looking to stabilize their lineup after a rough 2024-25 season.

Oct 28, 2022; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Tanner Pearson (70) during a stop in play against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

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The Vegas Golden Knights added a former Vancouver Canucks forward to their roster.

May 6, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1) defends his net against the Florida Panthers during the second period in game one of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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According to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, the salary demands of Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman have been revealed.

Apr 3, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New Jersey Devils center Dawson Mercer (91) controls the puck in the second period against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The New Jersey Devils have re-signed their restricted free agent forward to a contract extension.

Mar 20, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Ottawa Senators goaltender Dylan Ferguson (34) takes a drink during a time-out against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Ottawa won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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The Vancouver Canucks have added a goalie on a PTO as injuries still loom and training camp approaches.

Dec 3, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins left wing James van Riemsdyk (21) gets set for a face-off during the third period against the Columbus Blue Jackets at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

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The Columbus Blue Jackets have reportedly signed one of the top remaining free agents to a one-year deal.

Jan 27, 2024; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets center Cole Perfetti (91) looks on in the second period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

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The Winnipeg Jets forward is one of few remaining restricted free agents.

Mar 21, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Seattle Kraken left wing Pierre-Edouard Bellemare (41) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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A veteran forward is looking for his second stint with the Colorado Avalanche.

Jan 15, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Seattle Kraken right wing Kailer Yamamoto (56) reacts on the ice against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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The Utah Hockey Club has added another young piece for their training camp roster.

Jan 27, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Max Pacioretty (67) during the game between the Dallas Stars and the Washington Capitals at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The Maple Leafs have signed Max Pacioretty to a professional tryout contract, likely with a full deal to follow.

Oct 5, 2023; Anaheim, California, USA; Arizona Coyotes defenseman Travis Dermott (33) clears the puck against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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The Edmonton Oilers have added competition to their blue line ahead of training camp.

Jan 20, 2024; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Sam Gagner (89) skates with the puck against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

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The Carolina Hurricanes are looking to add a veteran forward to their training camp roster.

Jan 11, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Edmonton Oilers left wing Adam Erne (21) skates with the puck chased by Detroit Red Wings defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere (41) in the third period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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The New York Rangers added another veteran forward to their training camp group.