3 Reasons Why Kevin Korchinski & Ethan Del Mastro Still Remain Unsigned

TRENDINGCunningham controversyFantasy Football Draft KitCollege football top 25Caitlin Clark just wants to playNFL training camp updatesStory byVinnie PariseWed, August 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM UTC·3 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended Stories2 Chicago Blackhawks RFAs Still Need Contracts For 2026-27The Chicago Blackhawks still have two players who need contracts ahead of the 2026-27 season.The Hockey News - Chicago BlackhawksNHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 30, Chicago BlackhawksTheHockeyNews.com is ranking the NHL's 32 teams for their performance throughout the off-season, with today's focus being on the Chicago Blackhawks. Do they have enough new talent to make the playoffs, or is more pain ahead?The Hockey NewsThe Chicago Blackhawks Have Five Years to Win a Stanley CupConnor Bedard‘s new five-year contract is so much more than an extension for one individual hockey player. It is symbolic of the Chicago Blackhawks’ timeline to contention. When the news broke that Bedard finally got a deal done in Chicago, opinions were mixed. Some saw the AAV below expectations set by the Leo Carlsson offer […] The post The Chicago Blackhawks Have Five Years to Win a Stanley Cup appeared first on The Lead.The LeadAdvertisementAdvertisementJack’s Daily: Blackhawks Promotions; WJC Early Looks; Larkin UpdateWith under two months until the start of the 2026-27 NHL regular season, the Chicago Blackhawks announced the club’s promotional […] The post Jack’s Daily: Blackhawks Promotions; WJC Early Looks; Larkin Update appeared first on Chicago Hockey Now.Chicago Hockey NowIncoming Blackhawks rookie drops ultimate Patrick Kane praiseOne Blackhawks player who is about to make his NHL debut is overjoyed at the chance to play with Patrick Kane.ClutchPointsJack’s Daily: Blackhawks Survey; Love For West; Guerin Speaks On HughesScott Powers and Mark Lazerus from The Athletic published the results from their second Chicago Blackhawks fan survey of 2026 […] The post Jack’s Daily: Blackhawks Survey; Love For West; Guerin Speaks On Hughes appeared first on Chicago Hockey Now.Chicago Hockey Now‘It Felt So Unnatural’ — Blackhawks GM Peels Back the Curtain on Patrick Kane’s HomecomingPatrick Kane’s return to the Chicago Blackhawks is special beyond a familiar face coming home. It reflects where the franchise believes it stands after years of rebuilding and why management felt the timing finally aligned with its long-term vision.Pro Football NetworkDeen’s Daily: Makar’s Potential AAV Ask; DeBrincat Undervalued Again; Bjorkstrand’s SeasonColorado Avalanche superstar Cale Makar still needs a new contract for 2027-28 and beyond. Will he become the highest-paid NHL […] The post Deen’s Daily: Makar’s Potential AAV Ask; DeBrincat Undervalued Again; Bjorkstrand’s Season appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.Colorado Hockey NowQuinn Hughes Still Has No Wild Extension; Why That Helps the DevilsThe longer Quinn Hughes goes without an extension with the Minnesota Wild, the more it benefits the New Jersey Devils. […]SportsnautFive NCAA stars who could sign NHL contracts this springEvery year, college players make the jump to pro hockey within just a couple of days of their NCAA season. Some players play a handful of regular-season games, while others go on lengthy playoff runs straight out of Marketing 101.The Hockey NewsCale Makar Is Staying in Colorado—The Real Battle Is Over How Much He Gets PaidCale Makar is going to re-sign with the Avalanche, but negotiating a contract potentially worth more than $130 million is going to take time.The Hockey News - Colorado AvalancheBlackhawks Star Connor Bedard’s Mom Shares Heartwarming Story From His ChildhoodAny doubt of Connor Bedard remaining with the Chicago Blackhawks beyond his entry-level contract were put to rest last month when he agreed to sign a five-year contract with a $15 million salary cap hit.Bedard now has the highest salary cap hit of any player in Blackhawks history, and he’s become the face of the […] The post Blackhawks Star Connor Bedard’s Mom Shares Heartwarming Story From His Childhood appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYStoryline to Watch: Will Avalanche Superstar Cale Makar Become the Highest-Paid NHL Player?It’s August, and the Colorado Avalanche still haven’t signed Cale Makar to an extension beyond the 2026-27 season, something they […] The post Storyline to Watch: Will Avalanche Superstar Cale Makar Become the Highest-Paid NHL Player? appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.Colorado Hockey NowDevils Daily: Wild Quinn Conundrum; Gritsyuk Rivalry; Sens Ticked at TkachukThe Quinn Hughes conversation took up all the oxygen online yesterday, especially between fans of the New Jersey Devils and […]SportsnautIslanders’ Matthew Schaefer may pass on record-setting extension, says Keith KavanaughMatthew Schaefer could take a discount to help NY Islanders build.The Big LeadNHL Insider Points Out Pressing Matter For Red Wings With Alex DeBrincatWith a massive extension looming and trade rumors swirling, Detroit’s front office faces a high-stakes gamble on their hometown star’s future amidst a franchise-altering leadership transition.The Hockey News - Detroit Red Wings3 Rush Decisions The Oilers Need To Avoid Making This SeasonPanic signings and premature extensions could derail Edmonton's game plan this season. From goaltending battles to Savoie’s contract, the Oilers must avoid these three rush decisions.The Hockey News - Edmonton Oilers‘Montreal Has Some Decisions To Make’ — Canadiens D-Man’s Agent Not Panicking Over Lack of Contract ExtensionThe Montreal Canadiens have spent the past few seasons building one of the NHL’s deepest collections of young defensemen. However, it has also created difficult roster decisions as the organization pushes toward sustained success.Pro Football NetworkOilers Signing a Veteran UFA Would Require Admitting An Uncomfortable TruthChasing high-profile free agents signals a lack of faith in Edmonton’s rising prospects. Adding aging stars risks stalling development and reveals deep-seated doubts about the roster's future.The Hockey News - Edmonton Oilers‘Are They Doing Enough?’ — Columbus Insider Unconvinced of Resolution on Zach Werenski’s FutureThe Columbus Blue Jackets have made consistent progress over the past several seasons, but expectations have risen just as quickly inside the organization. Zach Werenski has emerged as both the face of the franchise and one of the NHL’s premier defensemen, placing greater focus on whether the team can keep pace with the Eastern Conference’s elite.Pro Football Network