One of the busiest and most crucial days on the hockey calendar is upon us.
It’s July 1, and the start of NHL free agency is upon us. In some ways, though, the day’s name is a bit of a misnomer. While NHL teams increasingly have their players signed and in place well before they ever reach free agency, the AHL is much different.
NHL organizations can expect to see their depth charts at the AHL level change dramatically. Top-tier players are available, and in a league in which fortunes can and do change dramatically from one season to next, a front office’s strong performance this week can set up its AHL affiliate for significant success come this fall, winter, and next spring.
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St. Louis Blues Acquire Logan Mailloux
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One of the AHL’s top prospects is going to the St. Louis Blues.
After two seasons with the Laval Rocket, the Montreal Canadiens have sent defenseman Logan Mailloux to the Blues for forward Zack Bolduc.
The 22-year-old Mailloux led the Laval defense corps with 12-21-33 in 63 games while also playing seven games with Montreal. Along with that offensive production, Mailloux offered Laval an ornery, physical presence and was named to the 2024-25 AHL Top Prospects Team. In 2023-24, he had 14-33-47 and took a spot on the AHL All-Rookie Team.
Mailloux should have a solid chance to compete for a roster spot with the Blues in training camp, especially with Ryan Suter’s future uncertain. If not, he will be with their AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds, and be a top NHL recall option.
Rasmus Asplund (Charlotte Checkers) Off To Switzerland
The Calder Cup finalist Charlotte Checkers have lost another player from their roster. Forward Rasmus Asplund is off to Switzerland on a new two-year deal with HC Davos. The 27-year-old had a 20-goal season with the Checkers and then went 5-4-9 in 18 playoff games.
Since their season ended eight days ago, the Checkers have already lost forward Justin Sourdif in a trade to the Washington Capitals as well as forward Oskar Okuliar, who signed with Skellefteå (SHL).
2025 Free Agent Signing Tracker
- Rasmus Asplund, forward — Charlotte Checkers — To HC Davos (NLA)
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