NHL Player News

Smith agreed to terms on a one-year contract with Shanghai Dragons (KHL) on Thursday, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Smith was limited to just 25 games with AHL Chicago last season due to injury, producing two goals and three assists when healthy. At this point, the 28-year-old winger will be hard-pressed to make his way back to the NHL, and he could play out his career overseas or in the minors.

Sebrango agreed to terms on a one-year contract with Florida on Wednesday, David Dwork of The Hockey News reports. Per PuckPedia, the contract is a one-way deal worth $850,000.

Sebrango finished the 2025-26 season on a high note, recording four helpers in the final five games of the regular season. Still, the 24-year-old blueliner has yet to find the back of the net in 44 career NHL games, so fantasy managers probably shouldn't be banking on him producing a ton of offense.

Felhaber signed a contract with the Sharks on Wednesday, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Per PuckPedia, it's a one-year, two-way contract. The 27-year-old forward played exclusively in the AHL in 2025-26, earning 15 goals and 16 assists over 63 regular-season outings as well as seven points over 17 playoff contests. Felhaber will likely play all of 2026-27 in the AHL.

Carlson signed a two-year, $17 million contract with the Lightning on Wednesday, Pierre LeBrun of TSN reports.

Even at age 36, Carlson will get a slight annual raise compared to his last deal, which carried an $8 million cap hit. The blueliner racked up 14 goals, 46 assists, 153 shots on net, 106 blocked shots and a plus-9 rating over 71 regular-season outings between the Capitals and the Ducks last year. With the Lightning, Carlson will likely compete with Victor Hedman for top billing on the power play. Carlson is also still capable of handling a heavy role in the top four at even strength, so fantasy managers shouldn't hesitate to consider him in the middle-to-late portions of drafts.

Barre-Boulet signed a contract with the Sharks on Wednesday, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

According to PuckPedia, it's a two-year, $1.75 million contract. Barre-Boulet was a point-per-game player in the AHL in 2025-26, logging 26 goals and 44 assists over 70 regular-season outings, though he dipped to 12 points in 17 playoff games. Barre-Boulet will likely spend most of 2026-27 in the AHL, but he could get a look at times as a depth forward.

Heinola signed a one-year, $850,000 contract with the Golden Knights on Wednesday, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports.

Heinola is reportedly on a one-way deal, which suggests Vegas will at least consider him for NHL minutes. The 25-year-old logged 21 points in 44 regular-season games for AHL Manitoba, but he went without a point in five NHL games with the Jets. He also had six points in 10 games at the IIHF World Championship with Finland in May. Heinola's far from a lock to make the Opening Night roster, but the fresh start could serve him well.

Ginning signed a two-year, $1.75 million contract with the Golden Knights on Wednesday.

Per PuckPedia, Ginning is on a one-way deal in both years. That said, he is likely to spend most of 2026-27 in the AHL. The 26-year-old defenseman posted eight points in 42 regular-season games with AHL Lehigh Valley in 2025-26. He's produced a goal over 16 career NHL appearances, all with the Flyers over the previous four seasons.

Lavoie signed a contract with the Golden Knights on Wednesday.

Per PuckPedia, it's a one-year, one-way deal worth $900,000. Lavoie hasn't earned a point in 17 career NHL games. He was plenty impressive with AHL Henderson last year, earning 30 goals and 26 assists over 45 regular-season outings as well as three goals in six playoff games. Lavoie's deal is probably a two-way contract given his usage over the years, but he should have a chance to compete for a roster spot in Vegas during training camp.

Gatcomb signed a contract with the Golden Knights on Wednesday.

According to PuckPedia, it's a two-year, $1.75 million contract. Gatcomb should have a chance to compete for a fourth-line job in training camp. The 26-year-old put up seven points, 55 shots on net and 192 hits in 49 regular-season outings with the Islanders in 2025-26, but they didn't give him a qualifying offer Monday. Gatcomb will help replace some of the toughness Vegas lost when Cole Smith departed in free agency, and Keegan Kolesar was traded to Detroit.

Andersen signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Oilers on Wednesday, per PuckPedia.

The deal's value could increase to $2.8 million with performance bonuses. Andersen can earn up to $1 million in bonuses for games played, and an additional $200,000 per playoff round the Oilers win in which he plays at least half of the games. It's a worthy gamble for the Oilers, who will get a Stanley Cup-winning goalie on the roster to pair with Tristan Jarry, as well as a quality depth option in Devon Levi. Given the various question marks with all three netminders, it wouldn't be surprising for Edmonton to carry all three throughout the season.