Welcome back to our latest NHL Rumours, here at Last Word On Hockey. Free agency has been very active across the NHL, and the Stanley Cup champs are no exceptions. General manager Bill Zito was decisive in some major contracts. So, how will that bring lead to more rumours you may ask?Let’s find out. NHL Rumours: The Panthers Need to Trade Some Salary James Mirtle: Florida's … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: The Panthers Have a Problem and a Trade Would Fix It
Colorado Avalanche Sign Key Defenceman
As the Colorado Avalanche look to maintain a Stanley Cup-contending team, a key defenceman is joining the team. Veteran Brent Burns is joining the Avs on a one-year contract. Burns Signs with the Avalanche We have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with Brent Burns. pic.twitter.com/UNtkSPSmFq — Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) July 3, 2025 Burns has played with the Carolina … [Read more...] about Colorado Avalanche Sign Key Defenceman
San Jose Sharks Add Another Defenceman
On Thursday, the San Jose Sharks added Dmitry Orlov to improve their defensive core. The team is not done yet, however. They have added another defenceman, this time via the waiver wire. Nick Leddy is joining the Sharks after being claimed off waivers from the St. Louis Blues. Sharks Claim Leddy Off Waivers San Jose claims Nick Leddy off waivers from St. Louis. — Chris … [Read more...] about San Jose Sharks Add Another Defenceman
NHL Rumours: Teams Await Decision of Winnipeg Jets Forward
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. Day one of NHL free agency has passed, but there’s still plenty to be decided. We saw most of the big names come off the board before the start of free agency at noon on July 1. However, one name still remains at the top of team’s wishlists. It’s odd to see a big name not sign one the first day. However, that name is letting things … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Teams Await Decision of Winnipeg Jets Forward
Colorado Avalanche Extend Depth Forward
The Colorado Avalanche have extended forward Parker Kelly. The contract carries a $1.7 million cap hit for the next four seasons for the Colorado Avalanche. Kelly played in 80 games for the Avalanche this year, helping himself to 8 goals and 11 assists for 19 points. His physical presence on the fourth line is more what the Avalanche are after. They need someone like Kelly to … [Read more...] about Colorado Avalanche Extend Depth Forward