Pierre LeBrun: The Carolina Hurricanes have agreed to a two-year deal with defenseman Haydn Fleury and avoided salary arbitration.
- Puck Pedia: After re-signing Fleury the Hurricanes have $3.78 million in projected salary cap space with 20 players under contract – 11 forwards, seven defense and two goaltenders.
- Remaining restricted free agents are Warren Foegele and Saku Maenalanen.
Cap Friendly: The Columbus Blue Jackets have re-signed forward Calvin Thurkauf to a one-year, two-way deal worth $700,000 in the NHL and $75,000 in the minors.