July 1 marks the opening of free agency. Unrestricted free agents can negotiate and sign wherever they want, while restricted free agents can talk contract with any team, but have to go through the offer sheet process before leaving the organization that holds their rights.
This year’s free agent class is not the strongest, but there is much more to follow as the day unfolds. The trade market has the potential to be explosive as teams look for creative ways to improve their rosters ahead of next season.
- Free agency kicks off on Sportsnet
Sportsnet is your home for the start of free agency. Watch the Signing Season special Wednesday, starting at 11:30 a.m. ET / 8:30 a.m. PT on Sportsnet or Sportsnet+.
Broadcast schedule
Follow along with our live blog for the latest news, rumours and analysis of everything that happens as the market opens. Also make sure to check out both our signing tracker and trade tracker to see every move made.
You can also watch our broadcast of Signing Season, beginning Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m. PT on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+.