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Bedard and Blackhawks Negotiate Extension, Stars Hire New Coach, and Key Offseason Moves Across the NHL

Bedard and Blackhawks Negotiate Extension, Stars Hire New Coach, and Key Offseason Moves Across the NHL

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 Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks have entered contract extension talks, with GM Kyle Davidson confirming the discussions. Bedard, the 19-year-old center and top pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, remains committed to Chicago despite some earlier frustrations with the team's performance. The Blackhawks see him as the cornerstone of their rebuild and are expected to offer a maximum-term deal. Additionally, forward Frank Nazar and goaltender Spencer Knight, both with expiring contracts, are also due for extensions, with Knight being arbitration-eligible next July. Bedard’s negotiations are a major focus for the Blackhawks this offseason.

The Dallas Stars have named Glen Gulutzan as their new head coach. Gulutzan, who has NHL coaching experience, is seen as the choice to lead a Stars team looking to improve after a recent period of struggles. Meanwhile, Brock Boeser discussed his return to the Vancouver Canucks, citing a strong connection to the team and city as key reasons for rejoining.

In roster moves, the Vegas Golden Knights signed defenseman Kaedan Korczak to a four-year contract extension valued at an average of 3.25 million dollars per season through 2030. Korczak played a career-high 40 games last season, contributing ten assists and finishing with a plus-minus rating of plus 15, the third-best among Vegas defensemen. The team also signed Jeremy Davies to a two-year deal.

There have been several notable trades and signings around the league. The Buffalo Sabres traded Josh Doan and Michael Kesselring for John-Jason Peterka. The Ottawa Senators made multiple moves including acquiring Nick Jensen and future considerations involving players like Egor Sokolov. The Detroit Red Wings acquired goaltender John Gibson from Anaheim and signed prospects Jacob Bernard-Docker and Ian Mitchell to one-year contracts. The Red Wings also mourned the passing of franchise icon and Hall of Famer Alex Delvecchio.

As the free agency period progresses, many teams are locking up key players. For example, the Anaheim Ducks signed Mikael Granlund to a three-year contract. The Boston Bruins secured Jeremy Jeannot on a five-year deal along with extensions for several other players. Several restricted and unrestricted free agents have found new contracts or been signed by teams across the league, marking a busy offseason as teams prepare for the 2025-26 campaign.

The NHL is also preparing for the upcoming season with prospects development and the draft still shaping team futures. Detroit recently selected seven players in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, focusing on a mix of forwards, defensemen, and a goaltender, underlining their rebuilding efforts.

This period is critical for teams aiming to solidify their rosters through contracts, trades, and coaching changes. The Blackhawks keeping Bedard is pivotal for their future, the Stars hope that Gulutzan can reverse their fortunes, and Vegas is focused on retaining key defensive pieces like Korczak.

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