NHL free agency opens July 1 with notable players available
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:25 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
NHL free agency is set to begin at noon ET on July 1, following the end of the 2025-26 season. The Carolina Hurricanes secured the Stanley Cup by defeating the Vegas Golden Knights. The upcoming NHL draft will take place on June 26-27 in Buffalo. While many star players have signed extensions, a number of interesting free agents, such as Alex Ovechkin, Alex Tuch, and Darren Raddysh, remain available as teams prepare for the next season.
- •Free agency opens July 1 at noon ET.
- •Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup.
- •NHL draft scheduled for June 26-27 in Buffalo.
- •Alex Ovechkin and Alex Tuch among top available free agents.
- •Several players have signed extensions, reducing the free agent pool.
- 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — When is NHL free agency? Opening date and top free agents
"NHL free agency opens next month, and though many of the big names are off the market, there are some intriguing players available.
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