While the UFA and trade markets have dried up, there was plenty of activity as teams looked to re-sign their players. Here is a look back at the week that was.
Contract Extension
Jamie Benn (Stars) – Eight years, $76MM, commencing in 2017-18
Notable Re-Signings
Korbinian Holzer (Ducks) – One year, $700K
Shane Doan (Coyotes) – One year, $4MM guaranteed, up to $5.5MM with incentives
Victor Rask (Hurricanes) – Six years, $24MM
Justin Schultz (Penguins) – One year, $1.4MM
Teemu Pulkkinen (Red Wings) – One year, $812K
J.T. Miller (Rangers) – Two years, $5.5MM
Colin Miller (Bruins) – Two years, $2MM
Luke Glendening (Red Wings) – Four years, $7.2MM
Adam Lowry (Jets) – Two years, $2.25MM
Marcus Foligno (Sabres) – One year, $2.25MM
Jaden Schwartz (Blues) – Five years, $26.75MM
Alex Killorn (Lightning) – Seven years, $31.15MM
Notable Hirings
George McPhee (Las Vegas) – General Manager
Nolan Pratt (Avalanche) – Assistant Coach
Key Injury
Jamie Benn (Stars) – Core muscle, out for six weeks
Notable Prospect Signings
Jesse Puljujarvi (Oilers) – Three year entry-level deal
Alexander Nylander (Sabres) – Three year entry-level deal
AHL Affiliation Change
Canadiens (St. John’s to Laval, effective in 2017-18)