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The back-to-back defending champion Florida Panthers are set to raise their second consecutive Stanley Cup banner as part of an opening night tripleheader on Oct. 7, and it will not take long for fans to see way more games on the same day.

The 18-year-old Swedish forward's deal has a $975,000 salary cap hit.

The new collective bargaining agreement that goes into effect for the 2026-27 season will change the EBUG program.

Bowen Byram will count $6.25 million against the salary cap through the 2026-27 NHL season.

The back-to-back champions will lead off an opening night tripleheader.

Josh Manson, who has one season remaining on a four-year contract he signed with Colorado in 2022, could have become an unrestricted free agent after next season.

The 38-year-old Reaves had two assists and 28 penalty minutes in 35 games last season.

Dumba was a healthy scratch for all 18 playoff games as the Stars lost in the Western Conference final for the third consecutive year.

The club also announced that Isaac Howard has agreed to a three-year entry-level contract beginning in 2025-26.

Dave Hakstol joins an Avalanche staff under coach Jared Bednar that includes Nolan Pratt, goaltending coach Jussi Parkkila and assistant/video coach Brett Heimlich.