Multiple NHL Teams Announce Key Signings and Management Changes

The Carolina Hurricanes extended captain Jordan Staal to a one-year, bonus-laden contract after his Conn Smythe Trophy win. The Anaheim Ducks re-signed 22-year-old winger Cutter Gauthier to a six-year, $13.5 million AAV deal. The Montreal Canadiens secured winger Alex Newhook with a four-year extension and defenseman Arber Xhekaj with a one-year contract. Additionally, the Detroit Red Wings named assistant general manager Shawn Horcoff as their interim GM.