2026-07-02
Lightning Sign John Carlson To Two-Year Deal -
The first day of free agency closed with a major signing for the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Bolts signed right-defenseman John Carlson to a two-year, $17MM contract per a team announcement. One of the market’s top players will land with the perennial playoff contender in Tampa Bay’s third signing of the day. Carlson moved on […]
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Lightning Sign John Carlson to 2-Year Deal -
The Tampa Bay Lightning has signed defenseman John Carlson to a two-year deal worth $17 million, which carries an average annual value of $8.5 million, per the team. Carlson is…
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Tampa Bay Lightning Sign Three Players To One-Year, Two-Way Contracts -
The Lightning have signed defenseman Michael Callahan along with goaltenders Mads Sogaard and Olivier Rodrigue.
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Fantasy Take: Tampa Bay Finds Raddysh Replacement by Signing Carlson -
Overnight, depending on where you live, Pierre LeBrun reported that the Tampa Bay Lightning signed defenceman John Carlson to a two-year contract with an $8.5M average annual value. Carlson had 60 points in 71 games last season, splitting time between the Washington Capitals and Anaheim Ducks. He turns 37 years old in January and has [...]
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Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs trim goaltending herd, improve depth scoring in Nick Paul-Dennis Hildeby trade -
After being the busiest team in the league on July 1, the Toronto Maple Leafs answered some questions about their goaltending and added to their bottom-six with a sneaky late afternoon trade with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Forward Nick Paul was sent to the Maple Leafs in exchange for goaltender Dennis Hildeby, a 2027 fourth-round…
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John Carlson Signs With the Tampa Bay Lightning -
Welcome to another edition of NHL Signing News here at Last Word On Hockey. Whenever a notable player puts pen to paper, we bring you the latest details and analysis. Today's focus is on veteran defenceman John Carlson signing a new contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning after reaching unrestricted free agency this summer. Credit …
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NHL contract grade: Lightning pivot to John Carlson, who has plenty of skill left -
Carlson's puck-carrying isn’t as dominant these days, but he still makes things happen in the offensive zone.
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Patrik Laineen ympärillä paljastui uusi NHL-käänne -
Patrik Laineen ympärillä tapahtui uusi käänne NHL:ssä, kun New York Islanders on noussut mukaan kisaan suomalaishyökkääjästä. NHL.comin Islandersia seuraavan toimittajan Stefen Rosnerin mukaan Islanders on yksi niistä joukkueista, jotka
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Thursday Habs Headlines: Deepening the prospect pool -
Montreal Canadiens news and notes The eight players selected at this year’s NHL Draft are joining an already impressive prospect pool. [Montreal Gazette] Michael Hage decided to return to the University of Michigan for a third year but might reconsider and make the jump to the pros. [Journal de Montreal] The Habs first-round pick Gleb Pugachyov was unable to obt
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Nobbade mästarna – veteranbacken klar för Tampa -
Efter 17 NHL-säsonger och en Stanley Cup-titel byter John Carlson klubb igen. Den rutinerade backen har skrivit på ett tvåårskontrakt med Tampa Bay Lightning värt totalt 17 miljoner dollar – efter att ha nobbat mästarna Carolina Hurricanes. The post Nobbade mästarna – veteranbacken klar för Tampa appeared first on hockeysverige.se.
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Jymykäänne: Carolinalle karmea isku – NHL-tähti loikkasi vihollisen leiriin -
Puolustaja John Carlson on tehnyt kaksivuotisen ja 17 miljoonan dollarin arvoisen sopimuksen Tampa Bay Lightningin kanssa. Siirto tuli suurena yllä
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Jättikäänne NHL:ssä – John Carlson jätti Carolinan ja hyppäsi kilpailijan leiriin -
Puolustaja John Carlson on tehnyt kaksivuotisen sopimuksen Tampa Bay Lightningin kanssa. Sopimuksen kokonaisarvo on 17 miljoonaa dollaria. Siirto on yllättävä, sillä hallitseva mestari Carolina Hurricanes hankki viime viikolla Carlsonin neuvotteluoikeu
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Lightning sign defenseman John Carlson to two-year contract
Carlson is a veteran of 1,159 NHL games with the Capitals and Ducks -
Lightning sign defenseman John Carlson to two-year contract Carlson is a veteran of 1,159 NHL games with the Capitals and Ducks
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Carlson signs 2-year contract with Lightning
Werenski says he wants to stay with Blue Jackets -
Defenseman played for Capitals, Ducks last season, had rights traded to Hurricanes on SaturdayTalk of defenseman seeking to leave Columbus ‘blown out of proportion’
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Carlson Signs With Lightning and Andersen With the Oil – Day 2, Open Thread -
Defenseman John Carlson, whose rights the Carolina Hurricanes made a trade for with their final pick during the NHL Entry Draft on Saturday, ended up signing with the Tampa Bay Lighting. After all the rumors about the starting price for him being $10 million times two, or more, he ended up signing for $8.5 million […]
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Lightning add big name D, two key forwards, trade for new backup goalie on first day of free agency -
Lightning add big name D, two key forwards, trade for new backup goalie on first day of free agency
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NHL – John Carlson a choisi le Lightning -
Le défenseur John Carlson a accepté un contrat de deux saisons d’une valeur de 17 millions de dollars, ce qui lui rapportera un salaire annuel moyen de 8,5 millions. Âgé de 36 ans, l’Américain rejoint Tampa Bay quelques jours après que les Carolina Hurricanes eurent acquis ses droits auprès des Anaheim Ducks avant l’ouverture du ... L’article NHL – John Carlson a choisi le Lightning est apparu en premier sur Planète Hockey.
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Lightning add D Carlson after Werenski reports -
The Lightning have signed coveted free agent John Carlson to a two-year deal to fill the need on the right side of their defense corps.
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BREAKING: Lightning Sign D John Carlson -
In a move that had been rumored for weeks, the Tampa Bay Lightning signed defenseman John Carlson to a two-year contract worth $17 million.
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Lightning sign veteran defenceman John Carlson to two-year deal -
The Tampa Bay Lightning are adding a veteran presence to their blue line.
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John Carlson (D) from Carolina Hurricanes to Tampa Bay Lightning -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/02/2026 Player: John Carlson (D) From: Carolina Hurricanes To: Tampa Bay Lightning Information: 2 years Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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John Carlson Signs with the Tampa Bay Lightning -
John Carlson was arguably the biggest name on the free-agent market in 2026—even though he’s 36 years old. The defenseman, who just had a 60-point season with the Capitals and the Ducks, still has plenty of good hockey left in him. And everyone was wondering which team would be able to benefit from his services. […] The post John Carlson Signs with the Tampa Bay Lightning appeared first on Dose.ca.
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John Carlson signs two-year, $17 million deal with Tampa Bay Lightning (report) -
Former Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson has apparently chosen his next destination. The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun reported Wednesday night that Carlson has signed a two-year contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning worth $8.5 M per season. John Carlson has signed with Tampa Bay, two years, $17 m total ($8.5 M AAV) — Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun)
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John Carlson rejoint Tampa Bay pour 17 M$ sur deux ans -
Selon Pierre LeBrun, John Carlson a signé avec le Tampa Bay Lightning pour un contrat de deux ans d’une valeur totale de 17 millions de dollars, soit un…
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Lightning sign John Carlson to two-year contract -
Carlson has amassed 170 goals, 785 points and 396 penalty minutes in 1,159 games over 17 NHL seasons. He was also a Norris Trophy finalist in 2020 after leading all defensemen with 60 assists and 75 points.
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John Carlson signs two-year, $17 million contract with Tampa Bay Lightning -
Carlson hit free agency and signed with the Lightning even after the Carolina Hurricanes traded for his rights earlier in the week.
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John Carlson, Lightning Reportedly Agree to Contract in NHL Free Agency After Ducks Stint -
Veteran defenseman John Carlson is on the move again after helping the Anaheim Ducks reach the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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Oliver Bjorkstrand skifter væk fra Tampa Bay Lightning -
Herningenseren skifter på en et-årig kontrakt. Indlægget Oliver Bjorkstrand skifter væk fra Tampa Bay Lightning blev først udgivet på Hockeymagasinet.
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Corey Perry Signs One-Year Contract to Return to Los Angeles Kings -
The Los Angeles Kings have officially announced that Corey Perry signs a one-year contract worth $1 million for the 2026-27 season. The deal reunites the 41-year-old winger with the club after splitting last season between Los Angeles and the Tampa Bay Lightning. Perry posted 17 goals and 28 points in 72 combined games while continuing …
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Tampa Bay Lightning sign three players to one-year, two-way contracts
The Bolts add a defenseman and two goaltenders -
Tampa Bay Lightning sign three players to one-year, two-way contracts The Bolts add a defenseman and two goaltenders
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Lightning sign Sogaard, Rodrigue, Callahan to one-year contracts -
The Lightning add some organizational depth between the pipes, while bringing in a young blueliner.
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Leafs GM John Chayka explains strategy to pursue Sergei Bobrovsky, depth forwards on Canada Day -
It was a frantic day for the Toronto Maple Leafs, making major overhauls to their roster during the opening day of free agency. Toronto signed Sergei Bobrovsky, Colton Sissons, Teddy Blueger, Jack Roslovic, Brandon Duhaime and Zack MacEwen as free agents on Wednesday. Toronto also acquired Nick Paul from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange…
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Zach Werenski Addresses Blue Jackets Future After Stars, Lightning, Maple Leafs Trade Rumors -
With Zach Werenski's future with the Columbus Blue Jackets generating no shortage of headlines in recent days, the defenseman and general manager Don Waddell each released statements Wednesday explaining the situation.
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Live | Ilya Mikheyev Press Conference -
New Lightning forward Ilya Mikheyeve speaks to the media after signing a four-year contract with Tampa Bay. Join the Thunder: http://tampabaylightning.com http://twitter.com/tblightning http://instagram.com/tblightning #tampabaylightning #gobolts
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Live | Jeffrey Viel Press Conference -
New Lightning forward Jeffrey Viel speaks to the media after signing a five year contract with Tampa Bay. Join the Thunder: http://tampabaylightning.com http://twitter.com/tblightning http://instagram.com/tblightning #tampabaylightning #gobolts
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NHL trade grades: Nick Paul for Dennis Hildeby could work out for both Leafs and Lightning -
Hildeby’s development will be the wild card in who “wins” the deal.
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2026-07-01
Toronto Maple Leafs Acquire Veteran Forward from Tampa Bay Lightning -
The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to add to their bottom-six blitz, adding veteran forward Nick Paul from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for goaltender Dennis Hildeby, a 2027 4th-round pick, and a 2028 3rd-round pick. This move marks another by new General Manager Joh Chayka to beef up the bottom-six of the Leafs. The …
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Lightning acquire Hildeby from Toronto -
The Tampa Bay Lightning have acquired goaltender Dennis Hildeby, along with a fourth-round pick in 2027 and a third-round pick in 2028, from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for forward Nick Paul. Hildeby is a two-time AHL All-Star and … Continue reading → The post Lightning acquire Hildeby from Toronto first appeared on Pro Hockey News.
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Lightning Trade Nick Paul to Maple Leafs for Dennis Hildeby, Draft Picks -
The Lightning have acquired goaltender Dennis Hildeby, a fourth-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft and a third-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for forward Nick Paul.
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Michael Callahan (D) from Boston Bruins to Tampa Bay Lightning -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Michael Callahan (D) From: Boston Bruins To: Tampa Bay Lightning Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Mads Søgaard (G) from Ottawa Senators to Tampa Bay Lightning -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Mads Søgaard (G) From: Ottawa Senators To: Tampa Bay Lightning Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Olivier Rodrigue (G) from Chicago Blackhawks to Tampa Bay Lightning -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Olivier Rodrigue (G) From: Chicago Blackhawks To: Tampa Bay Lightning Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Reports: Blackhawks sign defenseman Ian Cole -
The Blackhawks entered Wednesday’s free agency period with an extremely young group of blue-liners and have reportedly added a veteran defenseman to remedy that. Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic was among the reporters who shared the news of Chicago signing Ian Cole to a one-year deal worth up to $4.75 million, as detailed below: Ian Cole to Chicago, one year deal with $4M base salary plus $750k in possible bonuses so can be total of $4.75 M— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) July 1, 2026 Cole, who turned 37 in February, has been an NHL journeyman for just about his entire career, playing for nine teams across his 16 NHL seasons. He’s appeared in 990 regular season games with 233 points (38 G, 195) tallied, most recently appearing in all 82 games for the Utah Mammoth last season with 23 points (3 G
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Report: Blackhawks sign forward Cole Smith -
The Chicago Blackhawks added a defensive-minded forward on the opening day of free agency, signing veteran winger Cole Smith to a three-year, $3 million AAV contract Cole Smith is going to the #Blackhawks: 3 years x $3 million.— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) July 1, 2026 Smith, who turns 31 in October, spent the past several seasons with the Nashville Predators before finishing the 2025-26 campaign with the Vegas Golden Knights. Although offense has never been the defining part of his game — his career high is 23 points (9 G, 14 A) in 2023-24 in Nashville — Smith has carved out a full-time NHL role thanks to his forechecking, physical style, and solid even-strength defensive play. The 6-foot-3 winger plays a straightforward no
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Hildeby byts bort av Toronto - klar för Tampa -
Dennis Hildeby lämnar Toronto. Den svenska målvakten byts bort till Tampa Bay. The post Hildeby byts bort av Toronto - klar för Tampa appeared first on hockeysverige.se.
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Leafs acquire Nick Paul from Lightning for Hildeby, picks -
Paul is very familiar with the Leafs, having played in the same division for his entire career.
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Why the Maple Leafs had to trade Dennis Hildeby from crowded crease -
Goalie packaged to Lightning for long-time nemesis Nick Paul
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Mikheyev signs 4-year, $15.4 million contract with Lightning -
Ilya Mikheyev signed a four-year, $15.4 million contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday. It has an average annual value of $3.85 million. The 31-year-old forward had 36 points (18 goals, 18 assists) in 77 games for the Chicago … Continue reading → The post Mikheyev signs 4-year, $15.4 million contract with Lightning first appeared on Pro Hockey News.
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Maple Leafs Trade Dennis Hildeby And Picks To Lightning In Exchange For Nick Paul -
After an abundance of moves on the free agency front, the Toronto Maple Leafs added center Nick Paul in a trade that sent away goaltender Dennis Hildeby, as well as a pair of draft picks.
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Ethan Samson (D) from Tampa Bay Lightning to Montréal Canadiens -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Ethan Samson (D) From: Tampa Bay Lightning To: Montréal Canadiens Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Maple Leafs acquire Nick Paul from Lightning for Dennis Hildeby, 2027 4th, 2028 3rd-round pick -
During a busy opening day of free agency, the Toronto Maple Leafs acquired Nick Paul from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick and 2028 third-round pick, the team confirmed Wednesday. Paul registered seven goals and 15 points in 51 games with the Lightning last season. He’s been a consistent thorn…
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Lightning acquire Hildeby from Toronto -
The Tampa Bay Lightning have acquired goaltender Dennis Hildeby, along with a fourth-round pick in 2027 and a third-round pick in 2028, from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for forward Nick Paul.
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Maple Leafs acquire Nick Paul from Lightning for Dennis Hildeby and draft picks -
A big body at 6-foot-4 and 234 pounds, Paul is coming off a down year offensively.
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Oliver Bjorkstrand Contract Details Are In, as He’s off to the New York Rangers -
Veteran forward Oliver Bjorkstrand contract details have been finalized. He didn't end up back with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Instead, he's off to hopefully find greener pastures. Today it was announced that he has signed a deal with the New York Rangers. Bjorkstrand's consistent production and integral role within the Lightning dynamic attack made this an …
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Maple Leafs add Nick Paul from Lightning in deal for Dennis Hildeby -
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Nick Paul (F) from Tampa Bay Lightning to Toronto Maple Leafs -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Nick Paul (F) From: Tampa Bay Lightning To: Toronto Maple Leafs Information: Traded Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Dennis Hildeby (G) from Toronto Maple Leafs to Tampa Bay Lightning -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Dennis Hildeby (G) From: Toronto Maple Leafs To: Tampa Bay Lightning Information: Traded Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Mitchell Chaffee (F) from Tampa Bay Lightning to New York Islanders -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Mitchell Chaffee (F) From: Tampa Bay Lightning To: New York Islanders Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Maple Leafs Acquire Nick Paul -
The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired forward Nick Paul from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for goaltender Dennis Hildeby per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. More to come…
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Tampa Bay Lightning Add Depth Forward On a Five-Year Contract -
The Tampa Bay Lightning have added veteran forward Jeffrey Viel on a five-year contract with an average annual value of $2.5million. Coming over from the Anaheim Ducks, the Lightning have shored up their depth by signing a hard-nosed fourth-line forward capable of playing hard playoff minutes. Jeffrey Viel 5 x $2.5M Tampa Bay — …
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Rangers sign forward Oliver Bjorkstrand to one-year, $4.5 million contract -
Bjorkstrand is coming off of the worst season of his NHL career, as he had just 12 goals and 32 points in 80 games with the Lightning.
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Rangers sign Bjorkstrand, 31, away from Lightning -
The New York Rangers signed free-agent winger Oliver Bjorkstrand to a one-year contract with a $4.5 million salary cap hit on Wednesday, after the 31-year-old veteran had 12 goals and 20 assists in 80 games last season with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
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Oliver Bjorkstrand (F) from Tampa Bay Lightning to New York Rangers -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Oliver Bjorkstrand (F) From: Tampa Bay Lightning To: New York Rangers Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Rangers sign forward Oliver Bjorkstrand to 1 year contract -
The New York Rangers have added another bottom six winger to the mix, signing winger Oliver Bjorkstrand to a one […]
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Tampa Bay Lightning Sign Speedy Veteran Winger -
The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed a winger that spent the past two seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks. Ilya Mikheyev has signed a four-year contract worth $3.85 million per year. Mikheyev's speed will fit right in with some other quick forwards in Tampa, and the lightning gain a solid piece on a relatively cheap deal. …
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Now-Former Blackhawks Forward Mikheyev Signs Four-Year Deal With Lightning -
Ilya Mikheyev's time with the Chicago Blackhawks officially ended after he inked a four-year contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The post Now-Former Blackhawks Forward Mikheyev Signs Four-Year Deal With Lightning appeared first on Chicago Hockey Now.
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NHL Rumors: Bourque, Hellebuyck, Hurricanes, Lightning, Gudas, Wild, and Oilers -
Mavrik Bourque trade talk picks up. The Carolina Hurricanes are in on Connor Hellebuyck. The Tampa Bay Lightning are looking for grit.
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Penguins sign Declan Carlile to two-year contract -
Carlile had a goal and two assists for three points and 40 penalty minutes in 42 games with the Lightning in 2025-26.
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BREAKING: Lightning Sign Forward Jeffrey Viel to Long-Term Contract -
The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed 29-year-old winger Jeffrey Viel to a five-year contract worth $12.5 million.
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Report: Penguins Sign Former Lightning Depth Defenseman -
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed a defenseman during free agency.
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Former Lightning Defenseman Declan Carlile Signs With Pittsburgh -
After four seasons as a part of the Tampa Bay Lightning organization, defenseman Declan Carlile is heading to the Pittsburgh Penguins on a two-year contract worth $3 million.
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Former Sharks Forward Signs Long-Term Deal in Tampa -
Former San Jose Sharks forward Jeffrey Viel has finally earned himself a long-term contract at the NHL level. The 29-year-old winger signed a 5-year, $12.5 million deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, shortly after free agency opened.
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Former Lightning Forward Returning to Los Angeles -
Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward Corey Perry is heading back to the Golden State, as he's signed with the Los Angeles Kings for the second straight summer.
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Brandon Halverson (G) from Tampa Bay Lightning to Dallas Stars -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Brandon Halverson (G) From: Tampa Bay Lightning To: Dallas Stars Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Lightning sign Ilya Mikheyev, Jeffrey Viel to contracts -
With Mikheyev and Viel, Lightning general manager makes two impactful additions to his team’s bottom six forwards.
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BREAKING: Lightning Sign Former Blackhawks Forward to Four-Year Contract -
The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed forward Ilya Mikheyev to a four-year, $15.4 million contract.
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Lightning, Mikheyev, 31, agree on four-year deal -
The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed veteran Ilya Mikheyev, 31, away from the Chicago Blackhawks, adding a tenacious player to their forward depth with a four-year deal that carries an average annual value of $3.85 million against the salary cap.
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Rangers sign center Joe Veleno to 1 year contract -
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BREAKING: Corey Perry Returning To Los Angeles Kings On One Year Deal -
The Los Angeles Kings are bringing back Corey Perry on a one-year deal just months after trading him to the Tampa Bay Lightning at the trade deadline.
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Ilya Mikheyev signs 4-year, $3.85 million AAV contract with Lightning: Sources -
Mikheyev, 31, was an unrestricted free agent who carried a cap hit of $4,037,500 with the Chicago Blackhawks last season.
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Ilya Mikheyev signs four-year contract with Lightning -
The Russian forward has signed a four-year contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning, agent Dan Milstein announced Wednesday.
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Corey Perry returns to Kings on one-year deal -
Perry had 17 goals and 20 assists for 37 points in 72 games with both the Kings and Lightning in 2025-26.
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Declan Carlile (D) from Tampa Bay Lightning to Pittsburgh Penguins -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Declan Carlile (D) From: Tampa Bay Lightning To: Pittsburgh Penguins Information: 2 years Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Jeffrey Viel (F) from Anaheim Ducks to Tampa Bay Lightning -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Jeffrey Viel (F) From: Anaheim Ducks To: Tampa Bay Lightning Information: 5 years Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Lightning Sign Ilya Mikheyev to 4-Year Contract With $3.85 Million AAV -
The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed forward Ilya Mikheyev to a four-year contract with a $3.85 million annual average value (AAV), as per his agent Dan Milstein. Versatile Mikheyev Heading…
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Lightning To Sign Jeffrey Viel -
According to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, the Tampa Bay Lightning have signed forward Jeffrey Viel. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports that it’s a five-year, $12.5MM ($2.5MM AAV) contract for Viel. More to come.
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Corey Perry (F) from Tampa Bay Lightning to Los Angeles Kings -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Corey Perry (F) From: Tampa Bay Lightning To: Los Angeles Kings Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Ilya Mikheyev (F) from Chicago Blackhawks to Tampa Bay Lightning -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 07/01/2026 Player: Ilya Mikheyev (F) From: Chicago Blackhawks To: Tampa Bay Lightning Information: 4 years Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Kings To Sign Corey Perry -
According to Frank Seravalli of Victory+, the Los Angeles Kings have signed veteran winger Corey Perry. Perry spent much of last year with the Kings before being traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning at the deadline. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports it is a one-year, $1MM agreement. More to come.
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Lightning Sign Ilya Mikheyev To Four-Year Deal -
According to his agent, Dan Milstein, the Tampa Bay Lightning have signed forward Ilya Mikheyev to a four-year contract. More to come…
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Two Other Teams to Watch for Patrik Laine -
The team that has come up most often in connection with Patrik Laine over the past few months is the Kings. We know the California team was interested in acquiring him at the trade deadline, but a deal ultimately failed to materialize. We also know that the Lightning are keeping a close eye on the […] The post Two Other Teams to Watch for Patrik Laine appeared first on Dose.ca.
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What Is Happening With Zach Werenski And The Columbus Blue Jackets? -
Columbus Blue Jackets D-man Zach Werenski reportedly vetoed a trade to the Dallas Stars and has since been linked to the Toronto Maple Leafs and Tampa Bay Lightning. Here are the latest updates on July 1.
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Development Camp 2026 | Kralovic, Spada, Thomas-Maroon -
Tomas Kralovic, Grant Spada , and Anthony Thomas-Maroon talk to media following day two of development camp. Join the Thunder: http://tampabaylightning.com http://twitter.com/tblightning http://instagram.com/tblightning #tampabaylightning #gobolts
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NHL Rumors: Bourque, Hellebuyck, Hurricanes, Lightning, Gudas, Wild, and Oilers -
Mavrik Bourque trade talk picks up. The Carolina Hurricanes are in on Connor Hellebuyck. The Tampa Bay Lightning are looking for grit.
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2026 NHL Free Agency: Discussion thread & verified insiders list -
Photo credit: Zach Werenski by All-Pro Reels | flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0 The official start of a new season on July 1 is typically a time when teams sign players whose contracts have just expired, trying to set themselves up for a run to the post-season. This time, it’s less about the players who need new contracts, a class that doesn’t include many big names, and more about potential trades, with some of the game’s elite talent being mentioned in rumours. One of those players is reigning Norris Trophy-winner Zach Werenski, who is not committed to sticking with the Columbus Blue Jackets long-term. He reportedly vetoed a trade to the Dallas Stars on Tuesday, so it seems his departure from Columbus is ine
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Report: Lightning Among Zach Werenski’s Preferred Destinations if Blue Jackets Explore Trade -
The Tampa Bay Lightning are reportedly among Zach Werenski’s preferred landing spots should the Columbus Blue Jackets move the Norris Trophy winner.
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Zach Werenski Trying to get to Toronto or Tampa? -
After vetoing a trade to the Dallas Stars, is Zach Werenski trying to end up with the Tampa Bay Lightning or Toronto Maple Leafs?
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Penguins Breakout UFA Defenseman Linked To Atlantic Club -
Could this Penguins defenseman end up signing with the Lightning?
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Zach Werenski Trying to get to Toronto or Tampa? -
After vetoing a trade to the Dallas Stars, is Zach Werenski trying to end up with the Tampa Bay Lightning or Toronto Maple Leafs?
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