Five potential bargain free agents in 2026 NHL off-season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 6:44 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
As the 2026 NHL off-season progresses, several players remain available for lower-cost acquisitions. Anders Lee, a two-way left winger and former Islanders captain, is set to move on after 14 seasons. Goaltender Stuart Skinner struggled in recent years but offers valuable experience, and defenseman Brett Kulak has proven reliability, missing no games in the past four seasons. Oliver Bjorkstrand, previously underutilized with the Lightning, is expected to perform better with more ice time. Lastly, Mario Ferraro, a strong defensive presence, is also a sought-after UFA. Teams are actively exploring options in this less-star-studded free agency class.
- •Anders Lee may leave the New York Islanders after 14 seasons.
- •Stuart Skinner aims to rebound after declining statistics.
- •Brett Kulak has not missed a single game in four seasons.
- •Oliver Bjorkstrand needs more ice time to showcase his skills.
- •Mario Ferraro remains a strong candidate for teams needing defense.
- 6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Best available bargain free agents in the 2026 NHL off-season
"The free agency class may not be filled with superstars, but there are plenty of players who can positively affect a franchise. Today, we look at the five best bargain buys of the off-season.
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