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Hurricanes sign goalie Kochetkov to 2-year extension through 2028-29 Hurricanes sign goalie Kochetkov to 2-year extension through 2028-29

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov to a two-year extension running through the 2028-29 season with an average annual value of $3.95 million.

Flyers' Zegras gets rare equipment violation penalty for tucking in jersey Flyers' Zegras gets rare equipment violation penalty for tucking in jersey

Flyers forward Trevor Zegras was given a minor penalty for "improperly wearing the equipment" in Thursday's preseason game after being warned about tucking his jersey into his pants.

Oilers' Hyman: Messier welcome to come see 'positivity' under Babcock Oilers' Hyman: Messier welcome to come see 'positivity' under Babcock

One day after Mark Messier said he was "horrified" by the Oilers' hiring of Mike Babcock, Edmonton forward Zach Hyman invited the Hall of Famer to see how the team is operating under the controversial coach's guidance.

Penguins' Kuzmenko taking leave after father killed by bear on fishing trip Penguins' Kuzmenko taking leave after father killed by bear on fishing trip

Penguins' forward Andrei Kuzmenko is taking a leave of absence from the team after his father, Alexander, was killed by a bear while fishing in Russia on Tuesday.

Fantilli gets $82.5M deal, becomes Blue Jackets' highest-paid player Fantilli gets $82.5M deal, becomes Blue Jackets' highest-paid player

The Blue Jackets re-signed center Adam Fantilli to a six-year, $82.5 million contract.

Blackhawks sign Moore to 5-year deal worth $4.25M per year Blackhawks sign Moore to 5-year deal worth $4.25M per year

The Chicago Blackhawks signed forward Oliver Moore to a five-year deal on Thursday, locking up an important piece of their long-term future.

🏒 Stanley Cup contender tiers: Who are the top challengers? 🏒 Stanley Cup contender tiers: Who are the top challengers?

We slotted all 32 NHL teams into one of six groups heading into the 2026-27 season.