The Stanley Cup Final has wrapped up, and NHL teams are now gearing up for the offseason. With the NHL Draft and free agency approaching, the Dallas Stars have signed forward Matt Duchene to a four-year, $18 million contract extension, preventing him from hitting free agency this summer. This marks a continuation of Duchene’s tenure in Dallas, where he has played since 2023.

On the other side, the Colorado Avalanche have re-signed Brock Nelson to a three-year contract extension worth $7.5 million annually, ensuring he stays with the team after being acquired at the trade deadline last season. He contributed significantly during his time with both the Avalanche and the New York Islanders.

As the free agency window opens on July 1, other notable players include Mitch Marner from the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the offseason promises to include plenty of action, with several teams looking to solidify their rosters and make trades before the deadline.