National Hockey

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers signed forward Viktor Arvidsson to a two-year, US$4-million contract and also extended Connor Brown's contract one year.

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — At last freed from his contract with Russia’s Kontinental Hockey League, 2023 first-round draft pick Matvei Michkov signed a three-year, entry-level with the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday.

BROSSARD, Que. — The Montreal Canadiens have signed forward Alex Barré-Boulet to a one-year, one-way contract. The Canadiens did not provide the contract's value, but multiple outlets report it's worth US$775,000.

CALGARY — The Calgary Flames have re-signed forward Yegor Sharangovich to a five-year, US$28.75-million contract.

CHICAGO (AP) — Help is on the way for Connor Bedard. Tyler Bertuzzi and Teuvo Teravainen agreed to contracts with Chicago on Monday, providing a major offensive lift for the rebuilding Blackhawks on the first day of NHL free agency.

The Atlantic Division got down to business ahead of NHL free agency. The Nashville Predators made the biggest splash once the opening bell sounded.

The Nashville Predators made a big splash as NHL free agency opened Monday by signing Stanley Cup champions Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault in a jaw-dropping series of moves topping $100 million that made Smashville the center of attention a

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Jets have signed goaltender Eric Comrie to a two-year contract with an average annual value of US$825,000, the club announced Monday. It's the third stint with the Jets for the 28-year-old from Edmonton.

TORONTO — Chris Tanev is set to play in his hometown. The veteran defenceman and the Toronto Maple Leafs agreed to a six-year, US$27-million contract Monday about 90 minutes before the opening of NHL free agency.

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Canucks have signed a trio of free agents, including former Boston Bruins forward Jake DeBrusk.