Bruins sign Connor Clifton; Flyers pursue Leo Carlsson offer sheet

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Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Bruins sign Connor Clifton; Flyers pursue Leo Carlsson offer sheet
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The Boston Bruins have signed defenseman Connor Clifton to a two-year contract worth $2.25 million AAV. Clifton's return to the team follows a successful stint where he expressed confidence in his contributions. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Flyers have extended a five-year offer sheet worth $90 million to forward Leo Carlsson, prompting speculation on potential trade moves if the Anaheim Ducks do not match. The offseason remains active for the Bruins, who are looking to add another top-six forward.

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  • Connor Clifton returns to the Bruins on a two-year deal.
  • Flyers issue an offer sheet to RFA Leo Carlsson.
  • Bruins interested in adding another top-six forward.
  • Carlsson's offer sheet could lead to a Ducks trade.
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  • 1:13 PMYahoo SportsDaily Bean: Bruins Target Signs in Nashville; Offer Sheet Talk; Shane Wright Interest
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We are entering the depths of the NHL offseason; the vast majority of the free agents have signed, trades have […] The post Daily Bean: Bruins Target Signs in Nashville; Offer Sheet Talk; Shane Wright Interest appeared first on Boston Hockey Now.

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