NHL Player News

Gardner signed a two-year contract with CSKA Moscow in July, per AHL Insider Tony Androckitis.

Garnder notched just 18 points in 62 regular-season games for AHL Lehigh Valley last year, no doubt a factor in his not being called up from the minors by the Flyers. At this point, the 29-year-old center probably has played in his last NHL game, which would see him eventually retire having earned two points in 41 regular-season outings for the Stars and Flyers over parts of four campaigns.

Glendening signed a professional tryout agreement with the Devils on Friday.

Glendening was limited to seven points in 77 regular-season games with the Lightning last year. The 36-year-old hasn't found work in free agency yet, and he'll be competing with fellow tryout candidate Kevin Rooney for a chance to make the Devils' 2025-26 roster.

Rooney signed a professional tryout agreement with the Devils on Friday.

Rooney will compete for the fourth-line center job with the Devils during training camp. If he performs well, he'll be in contention for a full contract, likely a two-way deal. He played on a $1.3 million contract with the Flames last year but racked up just 10 points with 109 hits, 39 blocked shots and a minus-6 rating over 70 appearances.

Ryan ended his playing career Friday.

Ryan suited up in 606 regular-season games after going undrafted. He carved out a solid career as a defensive specialist and still managed to rack up 82 goals and 127 assists in the regular season, as well as 10 points in 60 playoff contests. Ryan played for the Hurricanes, Flames and Oilers during his time in the NHL.

Zary (knee) inked a three-year, $11.325 million contract with Calgary on Friday, per Eric Francis of Sportsnet.

Zary, who was a restricted free agent this summer, missed Calgary's final 11 games of 2024-25 due to his knee injury. He had 13 goals and 27 points in 54 appearances with the Flames as a sophomore last year, which represented a bit of a regression from his 34 points in 63 outings in 2023-24. Although his offensive numbers haven't stood out yet, the 23-year-old (24 on Sept. 25) does have the potential to improve meaningfully over the length of this contract. He should get a good opportunity to take a step forward in a top-six capacity this season.

Avon was traded to Seattle from Philadelphia in exchange for Tucker Robertson on Thursday.

Avon has spent the last two seasons with AHL Lehigh Valley, managing seven goals and 10 assists across 60 regular-season games in 2024-25. He will likely suit up for AHL Coachella Valley during the 2025-26 campaign.

McCann (undisclosed) is not listed with an injury on the Kraken's official training camp roster released Wednesday.

McCann underwent a surgery after the 2024-25 campaign to address an injury that he played through for most of the campaign. The 29-year-old's recovery time was listed as six weeks, so it's not a surprise that he is healthy and ready to go for 2025-26. McCann figures to spend the upcoming season in a top-six role and on the first power-play unit.

Holloway (oblique) is back to full health and will be good to go for the beginning of training camp, per Andy Strickland of FanDuel Sports Network on Tuesday.

Holloway missed the final five games of the regular season and all seven of St. Louis' playoff outings after he tore his oblique off the hip bone. Before getting hurt, the 23-year-old forward amassed 26 goals, 63 points, 178 shots on net, 50 blocked shots and 165 hits across 77 appearances last campaign. Holloway's category coverage makes him a solid option in multiple formants, and he should occupy a top-six role while seeing power-play time in 2025-26.

Hyman (wrist) is continuing his recovery from surgery and doesn't expect the process to last much longer, according to the team Wednesday.

Hyman sustained a wrist injury and underwent surgery in late May. He described it as a long rehab but also expressed optimism that he is near the end of the process. The winger doesn't have a solid timeline for his return and may still miss part or all of training camp, but he is with the rest of Team Canada's Olympic orientation camp group this week in Calgary. It's unclear if he is taking part in any on-ice activities.

Ryabkin agreed to terms on a three-year, entry-level contract with Carolina on Wednesday.

Ryabkin, who was selected by the Canes with the 62nd overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, should still be considered a longshot to make the Opening Night roster despite inking his entry-level deal. The 18-year-old center made the jump to North America last year, racking up 19 goals and 11 helpers in 27 games for USHL Muskegon. It's possible Ryabkin gets a cup of coffee with the Hurricanes to start the year before heading back to juniors, but he figures to primarily be a target in dynasty or keeper formats for now.