Player Contracts

Several prominent players from the Swedish Hockey League remain unsigned as the 2026/27 season approaches. Hockeynews published a list of ten such athletes on June 21.

1. maj 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Luleå Hockey has retained key players Jesper Sellgren and Mathias Bromé after their contract exit clauses expired on April 30 without activation. Sports director Ulf Engman confirmed the news, bringing stability to the defending champions.

Trade rumors have surfaced around Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández ahead of the Winter Meetings, but team officials are downplaying the possibility of a deal. Hernández, who re-signed with the Dodgers on a three-year, $66 million contract last offseason, remains a key part of the outfield plans despite defensive concerns. Reports vary on his trade availability, with some insiders suggesting the team is open to moving him.

1. december 2025 Rapporteret af AI

The Philadelphia Phillies are the leading contenders to bring back designated hitter Kyle Schwarber in free agency. Interest from other teams like the Red Sox, Reds, and Mets keeps his market active, according to reports.

The New York Yankees agreed to one-year contracts with infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera and right-hander Clarke Schmidt on Friday, avoiding arbitration. The team also non-tendered five pitchers ahead of the deadline, making them free agents. This move clears roster spots as the Yankees continue their offseason planning.

21. november 2025 Rapporteret af AI

The Detroit Tigers have non-tendered veteran infielder Andy Ibáñez, making him a free agent after a deadline on Friday. The move comes as the team tendered contracts to 11 of their 12 arbitration-eligible players. Ibáñez, remembered for his key postseason hit last year, spent time in Triple-A this season.