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Flames re-sign Dustin Wolf to two-year contract

Flames re-sign Dustin Wolf to two-year contractIn 36 AHL games last season, the 23-year-old went 20-12-3 with a 2.45 goals-against average (11th among AHL goalies) and a .922 save percentage (4th).

Penguins, Bruins among teams to compete at 2024 Prospects Challenge in Buffalo

Penguins, Bruins among teams to compete at 2024 Prospects Challenge in BuffaloThe 2024 Prospects Challenge will take place from Friday, Sept. 13 to Monday, Sept. 16 and feature the top prospects from the Buffalo Sabres, Boston Bruins, Columbus Blue Jackets, New Jersey Devils, Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins.

“When ex-coaches say ‘this game means nothing,’ that’s bull”: Blue Jackets’ Evason on facing Wild in season opener

“When ex-coaches say ‘this game means nothing,’ that’s bull”: Blue Jackets’ Evason on facing Wild in season openerEvason enters his first year behind the bench in Columbus with a 147-77-27 record over five NHL seasons.

Dallas Stars enter 2024-25 season with revamped, new-look blueline

Dallas Stars enter 2024-25 season with revamped, new-look bluelineThe Stars additions reflect a quantity-over-quality approach.

New York Rangers re-sign Matthew Robertson to one-year contract

New York Rangers re-sign Matthew Robertson to one-year contractIn 190 AHL games, the Edmonton native has tallied 55 points (10 goals, 45 assists).

Carolina Hurricanes sign 2024 NHL Draft pick Dominik Badinka to entry-level deal

Carolina Hurricanes sign 2024 NHL Draft pick Dominik Badinka to entry-level dealIn 33 games last season as an 18-year-old in the Swedish Hockey League, Badinka tallied four points (one goal, three assists) and finished with a minus-9 rating.

Carolina Hurricanes sign Joakim Ryan to one-year contract

Carolina Hurricanes sign Joakim Ryan to one-year contractThe 31-year-old has 24 points (four goals, 20 assists) in 145 career games with the San Jose Sharks, Los Angeles Kings and Hurricanes, but played the past three seasons in Sweden.

New York Rangers sign Chad Ruhwedel to one-year contract

New York Rangers sign Chad Ruhwedel to one-year contract In 52 games last season, the 34-year-old tallied four points (one goal, three assists), 90 hits, 44 blocked shots and finished with a minus-6 rating.

Washington Capitals promote Chris Patrick to general manager

Washington Capitals promote Chris Patrick to general managerPatrick has been with the Capitals’ organization for 16 seasons, serving as associate general manager in 2023-24.

Washington Capitals sign Ilya Protas to entry-level contract

Washington Capitals sign Ilya Protas to entry-level contract In 61 games last season with the Des Moines Buccaneers of the United States Hockey League, Protas recorded 51 points (14 goals, 37 assists), 14 penalty minutes and a plus-6 rating.