Nikolaj Ehlers, the 29-year-old winger, continues to be a significant free agent 30 hours into NHL free agency as he evaluates his options. Teams like Carolina, Tampa Bay, and Washington are reportedly interested in him, indicating his high value in the current market. The recent signings of Brock Boeser and Mikael Granlund may set the salary benchmark for Ehlers, who could command the most lucrative contract of the offseason among players switching teams.

Veteran defenseman Brent Burns has signed with Colorado, while the Oilers have added Andrew Mangiapane and Curtis Lazar to their roster. The New York Islanders secured KHL forward Maxim Shabanov, and various teams are still eyeing other forwards and defensemen like Dmitry Orlov and Matt Grzelcyk. With Ehlers remaining unsigned, the market dynamics are shifting, affecting potential moves for other forwards like Anthony Beauvillier and Jeff Skinner.

The Edmonton Oilers have made a notable addition to their roster by signing Andrew Mangiapane to a two-year contract averaging $3.6 million per year. Mangiapane, previously with the Washington Capitals, had a solid season, netting 14 goals and 28 points. His time in Washington was characterized by consistent play, transitioning through the top three lines of a high-scoring team. While Mangiapane's postseason performance was underwhelming, he has potential upside playing alongside the Oilers' offensive stars, hoping to replicate his previous peak of 35 goals with the Calgary Flames in 2021-22.

With Corey Perry's departure from the Oilers to the Kings, Mangiapane may fill the void left in terms of offensive depth. At 29, the veteran forward still has the opportunity to reach new heights in the offensive-minded environment of Edmonton.

The Los Angeles Kings are making significant changes following four consecutive playoff exits in the first round. Highlighting their offseason efforts, they signed five free agents, including former Hart Trophy winner Corey Perry, to bolster their roster. Perry's one-year, $2.5 million deal is part of a strategy that also brought in Joel Armia, Cody Ceci, Brian Dumoulin, and Anton Forsberg. This shake-up comes with new General Manager Ken Holland at the helm, who aims to guide the Kings beyond the first round for the first time since the 2014-15 season.

Perry, at 40, had a standout season, scoring 19 goals for the Edmonton Oilers. His experience, combined with Armia's consistency, is expected to enhance the Kings' forward depth. The defense is fortified with Ceci and Dumoulin, both seasoned players who can contribute significantly. Forsberg adds goaltending depth alongside Darcy Kuemper, enhancing the Kings’ chances of a playoff resurgence.

The Edmonton Oilers faced significant changes in their roster as forwards Corey Perry and Connor Brown departed in free agency. Perry, now with the L.A. Kings, signed a one-year deal worth $2 million, with potential bonuses. Brown inked a four-year, $12 million contract with the New Jersey Devils. Both players were instrumental in the Oilers' playoff run last season, contributing key points in their journey to the Stanley Cup Finals, where they ultimately fell to the Florida Panthers.

Additionally, Edmonton traded Viktor Arvidsson to the Boston Bruins for a future draft pick, creating cap space to secure a new deal for defenseman Evan Bouchard, who signed for four years at $42 million. Bouchard's impressive performance, showcasing his offensive capabilities with a significant points total, sets high expectations for the upcoming season as the team aims to reclaim its place in the postseason.

The Edmonton Oilers continue to shape their roster ahead of NHL free agency by re-signing center Noah Philp to a one-year, two-way contract valued at $775,000. Philp, 26, contributed two assists in 15 appearances for the Oilers last season while showcasing his offensive prowess with 35 points, including 19 goals, in 55 games with the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors.

In addition, the Oilers have inked winger Kasperi Kapanen to a one-year deal worth $1.3 million. Kapanen, 28, had a modest scoring season with 13 points over 57 games, but he demonstrated his ability to elevate his play during the playoffs, adding six points in 12 appearances. With several key players, including Corey Perry and Connor Brown, set to hit the free-agent market, the Oilers are positioning themselves for a competitive season.