The New Jersey Devils have secured forward Arseniy Gritsyuk, a fifth-round pick from 2019, by signing him to a one-year entry-level contract. Gritsyuk, who starred in St. Petersburg with 17 goals and 27 assists over 49 games, is expected to have a cap hit of $925,000 and an average annual value of $1.425 million. His contract details include a base salary of $832,500, a signing bonus, and performance incentives.

As the Stanley Cup Playoffs intensify, the landscape of the NHL continues to shift with key player injuries and trades. The Ottawa Senators have parted ways with AGM Ryan Bowness, while the Carolina Hurricanes manage injuries to forwards and goalies, with Frederik Andersen returning from injury. Notable players like Jason Robertson are on track for a Game 1 return, adding to the excitement of playoff matchups.