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Colton Dach signs extension; arbitration dates set for key players

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 3:06 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Colton Dach signs extension; arbitration dates set for key players

Summary

Colton Dach has signed a two-year contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers, maintaining a $1.2 million cap hit. The extension follows his mid-season trade from the Chicago Blackhawks. Meanwhile, several NHL players, including Jason Robertson, have upcoming arbitration dates in July, prompting teams to negotiate contracts before hearings. Key restricted free agents like Jamie Drysdale and Trevor Zegras also have arbitration hearings scheduled soon. The offseason continues to evolve with Chicago's Connor Bedard recovering from shoulder surgery and the Blackhawks planning for the 2026 preseason.

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By the Numbers

•Colton Dach extends contract with Edmonton Oilers for two years.
•Chicago Blackhawks' Connor Bedard recovering from shoulder surgery.
•Jason Robertson's arbitration hearing set for July 25.
•Jamie Drysdale and Trevor Zegras have upcoming arbitration dates.
•Blackhawks to finalize 2026 preseason schedule.

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