The Chicago Blackhawks today announced that the team has acquired forward Sam Lafferty from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick. Lafferty, 30, posted seven points (4G, 3A) in 60 games with the Sabres during the 2024-25 … Continue reading →

The deadline for NHL teams to issue qualifying offers to pending restricted free agents was 5 p.m. ET on Monday. By issuing the offers, teams are given the right of first refusal or draft choice compensation should the player sign … Continue reading →

With the NHL free agent signing period beginning July 1, NHL.com is taking a closer look at the top restricted free agents (listed in alphabetical order by position). Most restricted free agents are eligible to receive an offer sheet from … Continue reading →