Sports in the US for the last month has been mostly about the NHL after a long-drawn battle between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers at the Stanley Cup Finals, that was convincingly won by the Panthers at the Amerant Bank Arena, even after tough comebacks from the Oilers. Right after the Stanley Cup was over, an epic NHL draft for the next season took place in Las Vegas that included some huge player trades. Now, in comes the NHL free agency, that will see the NHL general managers enter the free agent signing period.
Has the NHL free agency already begun?
NHL free agency has already kicked off with the opening day being clogged with loads of drama that saw some players being bought out, while some re-signing for their teams. NHL free agency began on July 1 officially and the new twists and turns around the NHL free agency is set to continue.
NHL free agency: Players who were bought out
Some of the players in the contract buyout list include the likes of Jeff Skinner of the Buffalo Sabres, Jack Campbell of the Edmonton Oilers, Nate Schmidt of the Winnipeg Jets, Ryan Suter of the Dallas Stars and many others. Interestingly, Suter was bought out for a record second time in his career, according to USA Today.
NHL free agency opening day surprises: Joseph Woll, Chris Tanev re-sign with Maple Leafs
Although it was quite expected, both Joseph Will and Chris Tanev re-signed with Maple Leafs. Woll has a had a few health scares but is a reliable goalie, when it comes to crucial moments in the game. Therefore, his re-signing with the Maple Leafs, was a blessing in disguise for the team management. Meanwhile, Tanev, who is one of the key defenders NHL has to offer, is known for his shot blocking abilities throughout the game.
Connor Brown’s homecoming at Edmonton Oilers in NHL free agency
Connor Brown has grabbed a whopping $1 million deal with the Edmonton Oilers. Brown, who was a key playoff performer for the Oilers in the previous season, was an important reason of Edmonton reaching the finals of the Stanley Cup. Looks like Oilers have given him a suitable reward in the guise of this contract.Also Read: Gladiator 2: First look images released, Pedro Pascal and Paul Mescal clash
NHL free agency updates: Sam Reinhart re-signs with Florida Panthers
Riding high on the success from the Stanley Cup, Florida Panthers have happily extended the deal for Sam Reinhart, who was monumental in the success of the Florida Panthers during crucial moments of the Stanley Cup Finals throughout.
FAQs:
Which team will Sam Reinhart play for?
Sam Reinhart will be playing yet again for the Florida Panthers like last season. He was the key players who led the team to a victory in the Stanley Cup Finals.
Who were the participating teams in the Stanley Cup Finals?
There were two finalists of the Stanley Cup, that included the Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers. Ultimately, it was the Florida Panthers, who emerged as the champions.
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