Ostman signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Kraken on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

In the past two campaigns, Ostman has made a pair of regular-season appearances with the Kraken. However, he has spent most of his time with AHL Coachella Valley. Across 36 regular-season appearances with the Firebirds last year, he went 17-15-3 with a 2.81 GAA and .906 save percentage.

Boucher signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Senators on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Boucher was a first-round pick by the Senators in 2021, but he hasn't yet made his NHL debut. However, he'll remain with the organization for the 2026-27 campaign. Boucher recorded 12 goals, 14 assists and 68 PIM across 47 regular-season appearances with AHL Belleville last year.

Lambos signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Wild on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Lambos made his NHL debut last season by making a lone appearance for Minnesota, and he'll remain with the organization for the 2026-27 campaign. Across 70 regular-season appearances with AHL Iowa last year, he recorded eight goals, 11 assists and 48 PIM.

Spacek signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Wild on Thursday, per PuckPedia.

EDGE Analysis

Spacek had seven goals and 36 points in 59 regular-season appearances with AHL Iowa in 2025-26. He also appeared in two regular-season outings with Minnesota last campaign, recording no points, no shots, one hit and two blocks. The 23-year-old defenseman will get a chance to compete for a roster spot during training camp, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him start the upcoming season in the minors.

Bankier signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Wild on Thursday, per PuckPedia.

EDGE Analysis

Bankier just wrapped up his entry-level contract. He's posted 35 goals and 34 assists over three seasons (185 contests) with AHL Iowa in his professional career. The forward hasn't taken a step forward on offense in that time, which makes it unlikely he'll get his NHL debut in 2026-27.

Galvas signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Penguins on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Galvas went unselected in two drafts before being chosen 54th overall by the Penguins in the 2026 NHL Draft. He's signed with Czech club Liberec through the 2027-28 campaign but has the tools to make an impact once he's in the mix to make his NHL debut. Across 32 regular-season appearances with Liberec last year, he recorded eight goals, 16 assists and 10 PIM.

Berard signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Canadiens on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Berard had six goals, 22 points and 53 PIM in 41 regular-season appearances with AHL Hartford in 2025-26. He also logged 13 games with the Rangers last season, recording no points, six PIM and 17 hits. Montreal acquired Berard from the Rangers on June 26 in exchange for William Trudeau. The 23-year-old Berard is likely to open the season in the minors.

Bourgault reached an arbitration settlement on a one-year contract with the Senators on Thursday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bourgault's new deal will pay him $850,000 at the NHL level or $265,000 at the AHL level. He made his NHL debut last year by making two regular-season appearances for Ottawa, but he spent most of his time in the minors, racking up 25 goals, 32 assists and 34 PIM across 70 regular-season appearances with AHL Belleville.

Carlsson secured a five-year, $90 million contract with Anaheim on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Carlsson will become the NHL's highest-paid player with his $18 million AAV, surpassing the $17 million AAV deal for Minnesota's Kirill Kaprizov. The 21-year-old Carlsson will no doubt be expected to continue stepping up his production after recording 29 goals and 38 assists in 70 regular-season games last year. It's possible, with Carlsson capable of reaching the 40-goal threshold if he can play a full 84-game schedule.

Heimosalmi agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with the Hurricanes on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Heimosalmi spent the last two seasons playing in the minors with AHL Chicago, racking up 31 points in 108 combined regular-season games. Given his offensive limitations, even if the 23-year-old blueliner does get called up at some point, he is unlikely to offer much in the way of fantasy upside.