What happened: The Florida Panthers have acquired the signing rights to defenseman Radko Gudas from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for the rights to forward A.J. Greer. The two clubs agreed to the swap as the NHL offseason continues. Gudas returns to Florida, the organization he previously skated for before moving on three seasons ago.

Why it matters: Reclaiming Gudas's rights gives Florida a path to re-add a physical, veteran presence on the blue line ahead of the 2026-27 season. For Anaheim, securing Greer's rights adds forward depth and bottom-six grit. Rights trades like this one set up potential contract negotiations rather than immediately altering either roster.

What to watch: Watch whether Florida and Gudas convert the acquired rights into a signed contract, and how Anaheim approaches talks with Greer.