NHL Player News

Parent secured a one-year, two-way contract with New Jersey on Wednesday.

Parent played in just five games for the Devils last year and failed to register a point while logging 8:34 of ice time per contest. The 25-year-old winger figures to remain a fringe roster option for New Jersey in 2026-27, making him a relative non-factor in fantasy.

Aston-Reese signed a two-year, $1.75 million contract with the Flyers on Wednesday.

After appearing in 79 regular-season games with the Blue Jackets during the 2024-25 campaign, Aston-Reese made just 27 appearances for Columbus in 2025-26. He recorded a goal, four assists, 78 hits, 17 blocked shots and 12 PIM while averaging 9:44 of ice time. He may spend some time in the minors in 2025-26, but he could be a good source of hits if he plays for Philadelphia.

Studnicka signed a two-year, two-way contract with the Flyers on Wednesday.

Studnicka had 12 goals and 30 points in 41 regular-season appearances with AHL Charlotte in 2025-26. He also appeared in 19 games with Florida last season, recording no points, four PIM, 19 hits and six blocks. Studnicka will compete for an NHL roster spot during training camp, but he'll probably begin the upcoming campaign in the minors.

Gregor signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Jets on Wednesday, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports.

Gregor made 37 appearances for the Panthers during the 2025-26 campaign, racking up four goals, five assists, 37 hits, 26 PIM and 11 blocked shots while averaging 9:34 of ice time. He'll attempt to carve out a role for himself in Winnipeg, but he could spend time in the AHL in 2026-27.

Trocheck was traded to the Mammoth from the Rangers on Wednesday in exchange for Sean Durzi, Cole Beaudoin and a 2027 third-round pick, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

Trocheck was limited to just 67 appearances in 2025-26, but he still managed to reach the 50-point threshold for the fifth straight year. The veteran forward should be a lock for a top-six role and the No. 1 power-play unit with his new club. If he can stay healthy, there is little reason to expect a drop in production from Trocheck in Salt Lake City.

Douglas signed a two-year, $2.5 million contract with the Kraken on Wednesday.

Douglas got his first taste of NHL action during the 2025-26 campaign, making 43 regular-season appearances between Tampa Bay and Vancouver. During that time, he recorded a goal, three assists, 108 PIM, 64 hits and 12 blocked shots while averaging 6:45 of ice time. He'll likely be in the mix to maintain an NHL role with his new team.

Jenner signed a four-year, $23 million contract with the Capitals on Wednesday, per Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press.

Jenner had 13 goals and 38 points in 67 outings with the Blue Jackets in 2025-26. He has exceeded the 30-point mark in four of his past five campaigns. The 33-year-old will probably serve in a middle-six capacity with Washington next season.

Paul was acquired by Toronto from Tampa Bay on Wednesday in exchange for Dennis Hildeby, a 2027 fourth-round pick and a 2028 third-round selection.

Paul comes with a $3.15 million cap hit through 2028-29, which is very reasonable given the contracts middle-six forwards are receiving thanks to the rising cap. The 31-year-old is coming off a down campaign in which he had seven goals and 15 points in 51 regular-season outings with the Lightning. However, he surpassed the 40-point milestone in each of the 2023-24 and 2024-25 regular seasons. Toronto will probably use him primarily on the third line, and he might also receive some power-play ice time.

Stenlund signed a one-year, $2.75 million contract with the Mammoth on Wednesday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

Stenlund has made at least 80 regular-season appearances in three consecutive years. Across 80 regular-season games with Utah last year, he recorded four goals, 14 assists, 61 blocked shots, 43 hits and 24 PIM while averaging 14:29 of ice time. He should have the opportunity to maintain consistent playing time with the Mammoth during the 2026-27 campaign.

Kuntar signed a two-year, two-way contract with the Sabres on Wednesday.

Kuntar made his NHL debut with the Sabres on Dec. 11 against Vancouver in 2025-26. However, he spent most of his time in the minors. He recorded 21 goals, 16 assists and 85 PIM across 70 regular-season outings with AHL Rochester. Kuntar could be in the mix to provide depth for the Sabres in 2026-27, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him make the bulk of his appearances in the minors once again.