Evan Bouchard, Oilers Agree To Four-Year Extension Evan Bouchard was always the Oilers’ #1 priority this offseason. However, they can cross it off the list. Their star defenseman is going nowhere after signing a four year extension. They had to pay up, and they did with a whopping $10.5 million AAV. Many outlets, including Frank Seravalli reported it earlier this…

Andrei Kuzmenko Staying With Kings On One Year Extension Andrei Kuzmenko is avoiding free agency at the eleventh hour. The Russian forward is returning to the Los Angeles Kings on a one-year, $4.3 million contract. News broke minutes ago when the team announced it themselves: Kuzmenko enjoyed a very productive post-deadline runway in LA. He scored five goals and 17…

Aaron Ekblad Inks Eight-Year Extension With Panthers Two down, one to go in the Bill Zito manifesto. Sam Bennett has already signed his eight-year ticket. Now it’s time for Aaron Ekblad to do the same. The two sides have agreed to an eight-year extension that will carry an AAV of $6.1 million. TSN’s Pierre LeBrun was the first to report…

Matias Maccelli Traded To Toronto Maple Leafs The Toronto Maple Leafs are turning the gears in reshaping the forward group, acquiring Matias Maccelli from the Utah Mammoth in exchange for a conditional third-round pick. With Mitch Marner likely on his way out, Toronto is clearly focused on building out its depth and skill across the lineup. Maccelli brings playmaking ability…

Alex Romanov Inks Eight-Year Extension With Islanders The New York Islanders locked up one of their most physical blueliners for the long haul, signing Alex Romanov to an eight-year extension worth $6.25 million per season. Known for his hard-hitting style and defensive edge, Romanov has become a key piece of the Islanders’ blue line over the last three seasons. The…