The NHL offseason has already been full of activity. Following the Florida Panthers` second consecutive Stanley Cup championship and their celebrations, teams have begun the annual process of modifying their rosters.
The 2025 NHL Entry Draft saw 224 prospects join new organizations. The draft weekend also featured significant trades, including those for Noah Dobson, Charlie Coyle, and John Gibson. On Monday, numerous players were re-signed, and the trade of Mitch Marner further altered the free agent landscape.
This tracker provides continuous updates on the 2025 NHL free agency period. Below is a list of every player signed, typically including the average annual value (AAV) of their contract. Please note that the most recent deals are listed first under each date.
July 1
Forward Justin Brazeau has signed with the Penguins, agreeing to a two-year contract with a $1.5 million AAV.
The Devils have enhanced their forward depth by adding veteran scoring winger Evgenii Dadonov on a one-year deal worth $1 million.
The trend of goalie signings on July 1 continues. Utah has made an addition to their crease, signing Stanley Cup champion Vitek Vanecek to a one-year contract valued at $1.5 million.
Offensive defenseman John Klingberg is heading to San Jose after agreeing to terms on a one-year pact with the Sharks worth $4 million.
Mikael Granlund, one of the top veteran free agents remaining, has joined the Ducks on a three-year deal.
Veteran bottom-six forward Lars Eller has signed with the Senators, agreeing to a one-year contract worth $1.25 million.
The Penguins have extended contracts for Philip Tomasino (one year, $1.75 million) and Connor Dewar (one year, $1.1 million).
In a move to compete for the title of Florida`s best hockey team, the Lightning have signed Pontus Holmberg to a two-year contract with a $1.55 million AAV.
The Wild have signed Nico Sturm, the former Panther, to a two-year deal with a $2 million AAV.
The Sabres have made their first significant move of the day, signing goaltender Alex Lyon to a two-year contract with a $1.5 million AAV.
The Kraken have added to their goaltending depth, signing former Stanley Cup winner Matt Murray on a one-year, $1 million contract.
Following a strong draft weekend, the Islanders continue their momentum in free agency by adding veteran forward Jonathan Drouin on a two-year deal with a $4 million AAV.
Hours after announcing Glen Gulutzan as their new head coach, the Stars have brought back forward Radek Faksa on a two-year contract with a $3 million AAV.
Earlier on Tuesday, the Kings lost defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov to the Rangers. To address the defensive need, they signed Cody Ceci (four years, $4.5 million AAV) and Brian Dumoulin (three years, $4 million AAV). They also signed goaltender Anton Forsberg for two years with a $2.25 million AAV.
Defenseman Nick Perbix, who previously only played for the Lightning in the NHL, is heading to Nashville after agreeing to a two-year deal with the Predators with a $2.75 million AAV.
The Panthers have once again signed a veteran defenseman, bringing in Jeff Petry on a one-year contract worth $775,000.
Fresh off a Stanley Cup win with the Panthers, defenseman Nate Schmidt is joining Utah on a three-year contract with a $3.5 million AAV.
James van Riemsdyk will continue his NHL career after agreeing to a one-year, $1 million deal with the Red Wings. Separately, the Wings also signed Jacob Bernard-Docker to a one-year contract worth $875,000.
The Bruins have increased their depth by agreeing to terms with Sean Kuraly on a two-year contract with a $1.85 million AAV.
Another key member of the Panthers` championship roster is returning. Veteran forward Tomas Nosek has agreed to a one-year deal.
After finishing the 2024-25 season with the Jets, veteran forward Brandon Tanev is remaining in the Central Division but moving to Utah on a three-year contract with a $2.5 million AAV.
Another goalie is off the board! Kaapo Kahkonen has agreed to terms with the Canadiens on a one-year deal worth $1.15 million. The club also separately signed forward Sammy Blais.
Defenseman Scott Perunovich, winner of the 2020 Hobey Baker Award as the top player in NCAA men`s hockey, has signed a one-year deal with Utah.
To add backup goaltending depth, the Islanders have agreed to terms with Dave Rittich on a one-year deal.
Versatile forward Kailer Yamamoto is the latest player added by Utah, signing a one-year contract worth $775,000.
Veteran center Nick Bjugstad has decided to join the Blues on a two-year contract.
Veteran defenseman Ryan Lindgren finished the 2024-25 season with the Avalanche and will head northwest for his next NHL home, agreeing to terms on a four-year contract with a $4.5 million AAV with the Kraken.
While the Senators haven`t signed any new free agents yet, their re-signing efforts remain strong. After extending Claude Giroux, the Sens also continued their relationship with Nick Cousins via a one-year contract worth $825,000.
Veteran forward Tanner Jeannot has agreed to terms on a five-year contract with the Bruins, featuring a $3.4 million AAV.
Winger Michael Pezzetta, a sixth-round pick in 2016, is moving from Montreal to Toronto on a two-year contract with a $787,500 AAV.
Connor Brown impressed many during the Oilers` run to the Stanley Cup Final. He will bring that energy to the Devils, who have signed him to a four-year contract with a $3 million AAV.
The pool of available defensemen is now smaller, as the Rangers have agreed to terms with Vladislav Gavrikov on a seven-year contract with a $7 million AAV.
One of the top goaltending options has signed; Dan Vladar is joining the Flyers via a two-year contract with a $3.35 million AAV.
Veteran forward Corey Perry is switching sides in the Oilers-Kings rivalry, agreeing to terms on a one-year deal with the Kings with salary and bonuses totaling $3.5 million. Separately, the Kings also signed veteran forward Joel Armia to a two-year contract with a $2.5 million AAV.
One of the top available free agents has made his decision and will be re-signing. Brock Boeser is back with the Canucks on a seven-year contract with a $7.3 million AAV.
Parker Kelly will continue his career with the Avalanche, agreeing to terms on a four-year contract with a $1.7 million AAV.
Veteran forward Colin Blackwell will return to the Stars, agreeing to terms on a two-year deal with a $775,000 AAV.
Christian Dvorak has moved on from the Canadiens, agreeing to a one-year contract with the Flyers worth $5.4 million.
Defenseman Noah Juulsen is joining the Flyers, who have signed the 28-year-old to a one-year deal worth $900,000.
Defenseman Ryan Johnson is staying with the Sabres, agreeing to terms on a three-year deal with a $775,000 AAV.
The top-rated goaltender expected to hit free agency this offseason will not reach the market; Jake Allen is staying with the Devils via a five-year contract with a $1.8 million AAV.
Veteran offensive defenseman Tony DeAngelo will return to the Islanders for the 2025-26 season, agreeing to terms on a one-year contract worth $1.75 million.
June 30
The Red Wings will continue their relationship with veteran forward Patrick Kane, signing him to a one-year extension worth $3 million.
The core group is staying together. After re-signing Sam Bennett last week, the Panthers also re-signed both Aaron Ekblad and Brad Marchand on Monday.
Rumors of a Mitch Marner trade circulated during the draft weekend and came to fruition Monday. The Maple Leafs signed Marner to an eight-year extension with a $12 million AAV, then traded him to the Golden Knights for Nicolas Roy.
The Oilers have prevented one of their promising young players from potentially leaving via an offer sheet, signing restricted free agent defenseman Evan Bouchard to a four-year contract with a $10.5 million AAV.
Veteran defenseman Ivan Provorov would have been one of the most sought-after blueliners on the free agent market. Instead, he will remain with the Blue Jackets for the foreseeable future, agreeing to a seven-year deal with an $8.5 million AAV.
Gareth Tenby