nhl free agency

Today's Iconic Moment in NY Sports History: Wayne Gretzky signs 2-year, $8M deal plus incentives with Rangers

July 21, 1996: The Rangers signed the legendary Wayne Gretzky. After nine years with the Edmonton Oilers, eight years with the L A Kings, and one year with the St...

Breaking down all-time team of rare NHLers who played with one franchise

We’ve just become so anesthetized to players switching teams after lengthy careers with an identified franchise.

Islanders re-sign forward as two restricted free agents remain

That keeps the 23-year-old Swede in the fold as he projects to slot into the bottom six a year after scoring 25 points with the Isles.

Rangers bring back veteran for needed depth

Keeping him in the fold is another — albeit much smaller — step in the direction of stability on defense for the Rangers.

Devils have paved heavenly strides in free agency towards veteran roster

The Cup can neither be won or lost the first week of July, but I dare you to tell me a team in the East that took more strides to...

Islanders have dwindling options for further improvements

As a matter of necessity, the Islanders are not done making moves this summer. 

Why it was hard for Anthony Duclair to 'say no' to Islanders in NHL free agency

In addition to Anthony Duclair, who will count for $3.5 million annually, the Islanders spent $1.25 million to retain Mike Reilly for a year.

Why Rangers captain likely isn't going anywhere — with wife playing role

The captain of the New York Rangers is Jacob Trouba and may very well remain so for the foreseeable future.

Today’s Iconic Moment in New York Sports: Rangers sign Artemi Panarin

July 1, 2019: The New York Rangers sign free agent winger Artemi Panarin to a seven-year, $81.5 million deal.

Islanders sign forward, bring back defenseman in NHL free agency

The Islanders took the path of least resistance on their blue line and found some needed scoring help on the wing.

Rangers acquire 'proven playoff performer' in trade with rival

The Rangers have acquired a veteran forward from one of their rivals.

Predators shell out $108.5 million for three NHL free agents, including ex-Ranger

The Predators are going all-in at the start of NHL free agency.

Rangers signing veteran center in NHL free agency

The Rangers have their first free-agent signing of the summer.

Three potential targets for Islanders in NHL free agency

A look at three offseason targets for the Islanders once free agency begins.

Three potential targets for Rangers in NHL free agency

A look at three offseason targets for the Rangers once free agency begins.

Rangers getting clarity on captain will shape their NHL free agency as ugly split looms

July 1 was always the date Chris Drury could begin retooling, since it’s the day Jacob Trouba’s no-move clause turns into a 15-team no-trade list.

What Rangers can't afford to do in free agency after not getting another Patrick Kane chance

The worst thing GM Chris Drury could do is overreact to Patrick Kane’s decision to forego free agency to remain in Detroit on a one-year extension.

Islanders could go bargain hunting as Identity Line decision looms in NHL free agency

After the draft and the buyout period came and went, the Islanders are going to July 1 without an obvious path to making a splash.

Rangers miss out on reunion with NHL star in free agency

There won't be a revival of Showtime on Broadway.

Lightning acquire top NHL free agent's rights to try to jump the market

The Tampa Bay Lightning continued their makeover on Sunday by trying to jump the gun with a top NHL free agent.