Hurricanes add goalie Sawchenko; Blues eye Nikishin amid arbitration flurry
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Last updated Jul 6, 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes signed goalie Zach Sawchenko on July 4, following general manager Eric Tulsky's focus on acquiring veteran talent. Sawchenko has prior experience with the organization's AHL affiliate and performed well in recent playoffs. Restricted free agent Ronan Seeley filed for salary arbitration this past Sunday. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Blues have emerged as a potential suitor for Alexander Nikishin. Additionally, arbitration filings have increased, with players like Jason Robertson and Kirby Dach entering the process.
- •Zach Sawchenko returns to Hurricanes after successful playoffs.
- •Ronan Seeley files for salary arbitration with Carolina.
- •St. Louis Blues express interest in Alexander Nikishin.
- •Jason Robertson and Kirby Dach also file for arbitration.
- •Mavrik Bourque signs five-year deal with Nashville Predators.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Morning Rumble: New Team in on Nikishin, More on Hurricanes Familiar Addition, Arbitration Everywhere
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