What happened: Florida sent three first-round picks and a second-rounder for Brady Tkachuk, reuniting him with his brother Matthew. Anaheim retained Leo Carlsson by matching Philadelphia’s offer sheet.
Why it matters: Tkachuk enters a deeper attack that could Carlsson’s new deal locks in a central role entering the 2026-27 season.
By the numbers: Tkachuk played no more than 72 games in either of the past two seasons. Carlsson’s contract carries an $18 million average annual value.
What to watch: Training camps will clarify Tkachuk’s deployment and Carlsson’s supporting cast.