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Boris Katchouk Signs With KHL Team
Winger Boris Katchouk has signed a one-year contract with Traktor Chelyabinsk in the KHL, AHL Insider Tony Androckitis reports. He will play at least one season in Russia after failing to secure a regular role in the NHL. Last season, Katchouk skated in three games with the Tampa Bay Lightning. He finished the campaign in the Philadelphia Flyers organization and became an unrestricted free agent on July 1. In total, Katchouk has appeared in 179 NHL games, posting 36 points (15 goals, 21 assists). The former second-round pick has recorded 169 points (71 goals, 98 assists) in 286 AHL outings.
Source: Tony Androckitis
Source: Tony Androckitis
Jack Roslovic Excited for New Chapter in Toronto
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Jack Roslovic is looking forward to linking up with his new teammates. "A mixture of everything," Roslovic said about his decision to sign with the team during an appearance on TSN's OverDrive. "They've been a team that you could say didn't have their best year last year. But it's a team that's new, it's young, it's vibrant, it's ready to win. A couple of familiar faces around. A really cool, really good style of hockey that's exciting, and I just wanted to be a part of it." Over the last three seasons, Roslovic has played for four NHL teams. He never seems to stick around for long but has been a solid contributor wherever he's been. If Roslovic stays injury-free, a 40-point campaign looks reachable for him in 2026-27.
Source: OverDrive
Source: OverDrive
Ilya Protas Expected to Have Full-Time NHL Role in 2026-27
Washington Capitals forward Ilya Protas is likely to have a full-time NHL role in the upcoming campaign, Tony Ferrari of The Hockey News reports. After showing off spectacular form in the AHL, Protas skated in his first NHL games late last season. He notched one goal and three assists in four appearances. Protas' efforts included a three-point performance against the Pittsburgh Penguins. While Protas is set to see more action in 2026-27, the Capitals have beefed up their frontline during the offseason, so there will be only limited ice time available for the talented Belarusian.
Source: Tony Ferrari
Source: Tony Ferrari
Dylan Larkin Could Start Season With Red Wings
Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin could remain with the team at the start of the season, Ted Kuflan of The Detroit News reports. Larkin requested a trade at the start of the offseason, but the team hasn't found any suitable deals. A source told Kuflan that the organization expects Larkin to report to training camp if he isn't traded by then. He would reportedly forfeit $8 million in salary if he doesn't appear in camp. From a fantasy perspective, it would likely be better if Larkin moved away from Motown, as unhappiness in Detroit could affect his performance.
Source: Ted Kulfan
Source: Ted Kulfan
Zach Werenski Hints at Long-Term Future With Blue Jackets
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski has put trade rumors behind him and is ready to commit his long-term future to the team. "I think everyone knows how much I love this city and how much it means to me and I would have no issues being here for an even longer time," Werenski said. Next season, Werenski plans to be "even a better player, better leader, and a better person" for his teammates and the club. On June 30, Werenski vetoed a trade to the Dallas Stars. The 2026 Norris Trophy winner has two seasons left on a six-year, $57.5 million contract. His commitment to the Blue Jackets is encouraging news for fantasy managers.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Daniil Miromanov Returns to Russia
Defenseman Daniil Miromanov has signed a two-year contract with SKA Saint Petersburg. He will spend the next couple of seasons in the KHL after struggling to earn a regular role in the NHL. Despite making his NHL debut five years ago, Miromanov appeared in just 94 games, registering 23 points (seven goals, 16 assists) and 110 blocks. In 2025-26, Miromanov made only one NHL appearance with the Calgary Flames. That contest might end up being Miromanov's final NHL outing, as he will turn 30 next year. Before moving to North America, Miromanov played in the KHL with HC Sochi.
Source: KHL
Source: KHL
Flyers Sign Nikita Grebenkin to Two-Year Deal
Philadelphia Flyers left wing Nikita Grebenkin has agreed to a two-year, $2.2 million contract with the team. The 23-year-old Russian forward was a restricted free agent and will retain his restricted free agency status in the 2028 offseason, when his new deal expires. After impressing in training camp, Grebenkin skated in 55 games last season. He recorded 14 points (four goals, 10 assists) and 86 hits. Grebenkin's rookie campaign ended early due to an upper-body injury. According to Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia, Grebenkin is expected to be healthy for the start of training camp next month. Grebenkin will be a middle-six option for the Flyers and won't have significant fantasy value.
Source: Jordan Hall
Source: Jordan Hall
Ville Koivunen Signs Eight-Year Extension With Penguins
Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Ville Koivunen signed an eight-year contract extension on Thursday. The team has put a lot of faith in the young Finnish forward, who will earn $32 million over the next eight years despite having played in only 47 career games so far. Koivunen, who was a restricted free agent, has scored two goals and registered 12 assists in the NHL. He has been very prolific in the AHL, and the Penguins faithful will have their fingers crossed that Koivunen can replicate those performances in the big league soon. Given that he turned 22 just two months ago, Koivunen still has plenty of time to hone his skills.
Source: Pittsburgh Penguins
Source: Pittsburgh Penguins
Matvei Michkov Eyes Bounce-Back Season After Intensive Offseason Training
Philadelphia Flyers right wing Matvei Michkov is determined to bounce back from a down year and has put in intensive work in the offseason. "There was no vacation at all, because an important season is ahead," Michkov told Daria Tuboltseva of RG. "I need to play well, I want that myself. So I need to keep my body in shape at all times." After a 63-point rookie campaign, Michkov barely cleared 50 points in his second year and ended up as a healthy scratch for a pair of postseason games. But with his talent and something to prove, Michkov could be an intriguing fantasy option next season.
Source: Daria Tuboltseva
Source: Daria Tuboltseva
Devils Sign Colin White to Two-Way Contract
Right wing Colin White has joined the New Jersey Devils organization on a one-year, two-way contract. He will be paid $900,000 in the NHL and $400,000 in the AHL. White has over 300 NHL games under his belt, but he played exclusively in the minors last season. The 29-year-old was one of the standout players in the AHL, recording 21 goals and 48 points in 46 games with the San Jose Barracuda. A first-round pick in 2015, White had some success at the NHL level early in his career as a member of the Ottawa Senators, including a 41-point campaign. However, he hasn't had any points in his last 42 NHL appearances, dating back to the 2022-23 season.
Source: Kristy Flannery
Source: Kristy Flannery
Tomas Nosek Signs With Hometown Team
Forward Tomas Nosek has signed a contract with his hometown team, HC Dynamo Pardubice, in Czechia. This likely marks the end of Nosek's 11-year NHL career, as he will be 34 in September. Nosek was part of the 2025 Stanley Cup-winning Florida Panthers squad and made 514 career regular-season appearances, tallying 47 goals and 120 points. Unfortunately, due to a significant knee injury and a broken leg, Nosek was limited to 21 outings in 2025-26. Overall, Nosek suited up for five NHL teams, doing a solid job as a bottom-six forward wherever he played. His accolades in North America include the 2017 Calder Cup win with the Grand Rapids Griffins.
Source: HC Dynamo Pardubice
Source: HC Dynamo Pardubice
Brett Pesce Healthy for New Season
New Jersey Devils defenseman Brett Pesce (knee) is healthy ahead of training camp, Kristy Flannery of The Hockey News reports. Pesce suffered a season-ending knee injury in March, spraining his MCL. Earlier in the campaign, he also sustained a finger injury. As a result, Pesce made a career-low 37 appearances. He recorded seven points (one goal, six assists) and 80 blocks. Pesce's presence on the back end is a major asset for the Devils, but his lack of offensive production limits his fantasy value.
Source: Kristy Flannery
Source: Kristy Flannery
Collin Graf Re-Ups With Sharks for Three Years
San Jose Sharks winger Collin Graf has inked a three-year, $12.75 million contract extension. He was a restricted free agent after an impressive 2025-26 campaign. Graf finished last season as San Jose's sixth-highest scorer, posting 46 points (21 goals, 25 assists) in 81 appearances. Only Macklin Celebrini (45) and Will Smith (24) scored more goals. Additionally, Graf played an important role as a penalty killer and contributed with his physical play, recording 88 hits. Graf will be 24 at the start of next season, so he could still have untapped potential.
Source: San Jose Sharks
Source: San Jose Sharks
Tommy Novak Agrees to Three-Year Extension With Penguins
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Tommy Novak signed a three-year, $13.95 million contract on Friday. The deal will begin in 2027-28 after Novak completes his current three-year, $10.5 million contract. Novak had his first full season with the Penguins last term, contributing 16 goals and 26 assists in 82 games. It was his third 40-point campaign in four years. Novak has shown great consistency, but at 29, he's probably reached his ceiling and is unlikely to develop further. He will likely spend most of next season in a middle-six role.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Ryan Reaves Hopes to Play One More NHL Season
Winger Ryan Reaves remains a free agent deep into the offseason, but the 39-year-old enforcer hasn't given up hope of earning one more contract. "Playing 1000 games in the NHL is an honor for sure, especially in the role that I play," Reaves said recently on TSN1050's First Up. "I've been training all summer already and the body is holding up pretty well. I just think I've got one more left in the tank." Reaves is just 38 games away from joining the 1,000-game club. According to Reaves, a couple of teams have shown interest in his services, but no offers have come in yet. Last season, Reaves skated in 50 games for the San Jose Sharks.
Source: TSN
Source: TSN
