In this edition of NHL rumours, we check in on the Calgary Flames. They appear to be staying busy this offseason. Recently, reports are circulating about a potential contract extension for goaltender Dustin Wolf. Meanwhile, defenceman Rasmus Andersson continues to draw trade interest from several Western Conference contenders. Let’s take a look at these rumours and figure out … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Dustin Wolf Extension and Rasmus Andersson Trade Would Alter Calgary Flames Future Defensively
The Detroit Red Wings Have Identified and Signed a Key Depth Defender
The Detroit Red Wings have decided to give a fresh start to a 2025 NHL Trade Deadline acquisition, by the Buffalo Sabres. Today, depth-defenceman Jacob Bernard-Docker signs a contract to move to Motown. This is a low risk signing, and Bernard-Docker still carries potential to make it a nice reward. Detroit has signed D Jacob Bernard-Docker to a one-year contract worth … [Read more...] about The Detroit Red Wings Have Identified and Signed a Key Depth Defender
NHL Rumours: The Panthers Have a Problem and a Trade Would Fix It
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
Great, Versatile Forward Signs a New Deal
A versatile depth forward has a new contract. Today Mason Appleton signs a shiny new deal with the Detroit Red Wings. This is a great business-as-usual type move, and provides the message that this team will make the moves to get things done. The contract is for two seasons with a total value of $5.8 million. This works out to an average salary cap hit of $2.9 million and will … [Read more...] about Great, Versatile Forward Signs a New Deal
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