Follow along as USA TODAY tracks signings and trades that take place at the start of NHL free agency July 1: ...

Former Michigan State hockey forward Mason Appleton, signed by Detroit Red Wings in NHL free agency, had 10 goals last season ...

The Chicago Blackhawks didn't do much on the 1st day of free agency, but they expressed belief in their youth movement. Plus, ...

With Chicago Blackhawks prospects not on the ice for development camp, the staff crafts some unusual team-building activities ...