Winners and losers in the NHL's free agent market
Toronto, Calgary and Washington acted the smartest – but who paid too much? The analysis of this year's free agent market shows how quick moves decided the fate of several teams.
The NHL's free agent market opened with a scarce supply of elite players, forcing general managers to be creative to add value under the pressured salary cap. Despite limited options, some organizations managed to maneuver smartly to maximize their roster builds. The Toronto Maple Leafs acted proactively and secured Darren Raddysh before the deadline, a move that adds much-needed depth to their backline.
