Bastian signed a one-year, $775,000 contract with Dallas on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Bastian provided four goals, 10 points, 44 shots on net, 27 blocked shots and 138 hits across 59 regular-season appearances for New Jersey in 2024-25. The 27-year-old forward will be in the mix for a bottom-six role with Dallas in the 2025-26 campaign.

Lindholm (kneecap) said he is fully healed and ready to go for the start of training camp, Kevin Paul Dupont of The Boston Globe reports Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Lindholm missed a large portion of last season due to a fractured kneecap sustained in November. He is now ready to go, and he'll look to bolster the Bruins' defense, which suffered greatly without him for much of 2024-25. The 31-year-old put up seven points and 17 blocked shots in 17 appearances last year. In addition to the upcoming NHL campaign, Lindholm is also hoping to make Sweden's Olympic roster.

Vrana signed a two-year contract with Linkoping HC of the SHL on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Vrana has bounced around three different teams over the last three years. In 2024-25, he posted a total of 14 points over 39 games between the Capitals and the Predators. Considering he went over a month of free agency without finding a two-way deal or tryout agreement, it makes sense the winger will look to continue his career overseas. While unlikely, Vrana could give the NHL another go if he plays well with Linkoping over the next two seasons.

Nurmi is expected to spend the 2025-26 campaign with AHL Bridgeport, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Nurmi made the jump to North America this past season, suiting up in 58 regular-season games for OHL London in which he notched nine goals and 22 helpers before adding another eight points in 17 postseason tilts. Selected by the Isles in the fourth round of the 2023 NHL Draft, the 20-year-old Finn looks poised to go pro this upcoming year and could potentially make his NHL debut if he impresses with the minor-league squad.

Kiviranta agreed to terms on a one-year contract with Colorado on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Kiviranta returns to the Avs after racking up 16 goals and seven helpers -- both career highs -- in 79 regular-season contests last year. Despite the solid overall numbers, it was an underwhelming end to the campaign for the 29-year-old winger, as he ended the year mired in a 15-game pointless streak, including the playoffs. With Kiviranta back under contract, he figures to slot into a bottom-six role for the club.

McQueen committed to Providence College ahead of the 2025-26 season.

EDGE Analysis

McQueen was selected with the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, so it's hard to imagine he will spend a full four seasons in the NCAA. Still, it's a strong addition for the Friars as long as the 18-year-old center can avoid any additional back problems. When healthy, McQueen offers strong offensive upside, racking up 10 goals and 10 assists in just 17 regular-season games for WHL Brandon last year.

Aitcheson will not go the collegiate route this season, instead staying with OHL Barrie for another year, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Aitcheson, who was selected 17th overall in the 2025 NHL Draft, could get a look during training camp by going the junior route instead of college. If he impresses enough, it's possible the Islanders will hand him an entry-level deal, which would give him the opportunity to play in a handful of games this season -- though he is unlikely to be a full-time NHL option. Either way, don't be surprised to see Aitcheson competing for a roster spot in the lead-up to the 2026-27 season.

Clifford has ended his playing career and accepted a player development role with the Maple Leafs, John Hoven of SiriusXM NHL Network Radio reports Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Clifford's career saw him suit up in 753 regular-season games, earning 66 goals, 78 assists and 905 PIM. He played for the Kings, Maple Leafs and Blues, and he was a two-time Stanley Cup champion during the Kings' title-winning years in 2012 and 2014. He hadn't made an NHL appearance since 2022-23 with Toronto.

Varlamov (knee) is projected to skate next week, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Varlamov hasn't played since Nov. 29 and underwent knee surgery in December. He might be ready for training camp, but even if he is, Varlamov's position as the Islanders' backup goaltender behind Ilya Sorokin might not be secure. David Rittich is set to challenge for that spot after signing a one-year contract over the summer. The 37-year-old Varlamov was underwhelming in 2024-25 before getting injured with a 3-4-3 record, 2.89 GAA and .889 save percentage in 10 outings.

Kravtsov signed a one-year, two-way contract with Vancouver on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Kravtsov accounted for 27 goals and 58 points in 66 regular-season appearances with Traktor Chelyabinsk of the KHL in 2024-25. The 25-year-old forward will compete for a bottom-six spot with the Canucks during training camp in the fall. He notched one goal and one assist in 16 outings for Vancouver in the 2022-23 regular season.