The defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers continue to be active in the leadup to the NHL trade deadline. The Panthers acquired goaltender Vitek Vanecek on Wednesday from the San Jose Sharks for 25-year-old forward Patrick Giles, the teams announced.
Mathieu Olivier signed a six-year extension on Wednesday. See how this extension shows belief in where the Blue Jackets are going.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed forward Mathieu Olivier to a long-term contract extension. General manager Don Waddell announced Wednesday that Olivier signed a six-year deal worth $18 million. Olivier will count $3 million against the salary cap from when the agreement kicks in next NHL season through 2030-31.