NHL free agency opens as teams prepare for offseason moves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 12:17 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The NHL free agency officially opens on July 1 at 12 noon ET, with several teams preparing for significant roster changes. The Philadelphia Flyers enter the period with ample cap space after a playoff appearance last season and are expected to make moves. The Detroit Red Wings face challenges following a trade request from Dylan Larkin and aim to revamp their roster after missing the playoffs. Meanwhile, the Winnipeg Jets' offseason strategy may hinge on the potential trade of Connor Hellebuyck, as they seek a turnaround from a disappointing 2025-26 season. Teams will track signings and trades throughout the day as they look to strengthen their lineups.
- •NHL free agency opens on July 1 at 12 noon ET
- •Flyers made playoffs last season and have cap space
- •Red Wings need to address Dylan Larkin's trade request
- •Jets may trade Connor Hellebuyck to improve their roster
- •Teams will announce signings and trades as they occur
- 12:17 PMYahoo Sports — Flyers free agency tracker: Live signings, trades, news, updates and more in 2026 NHL offseason
- 12:15 PMYahoo Sports — Red Wings free agency tracker: Live signings, trades, news, updates and more in 2026 NHL offseason
- 12:12 PMYahoo Sports — Jets free agency tracker: Live signings, trades, news, updates and more in 2026 NHL offseason
"Winnipeg has plenty in the spotlight, starting with Connor Hellebuyck.
"Philadelphia enters July with a lot of cap space.
"Detroit has a lot to figure out this summer.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 1, 2026, 12:17 PMFlyers free agency tracker: Live signings, trades, news, updates and more in 2026 NHL offseason
Philadelphia enters July with a lot of cap space.
- Yahoo SportsJul 1, 2026, 12:15 PMRed Wings free agency tracker: Live signings, trades, news, updates and more in 2026 NHL offseason
Detroit has a lot to figure out this summer.
- Yahoo SportsJul 1, 2026, 12:12 PMJets free agency tracker: Live signings, trades, news, updates and more in 2026 NHL offseason
Winnipeg has plenty in the spotlight, starting with Connor Hellebuyck.
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