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Player Contracts

2 stories from the newsroom.

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Ellis battles Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj for the puck during an NHL preseason game in Montreal on September 29, 2023. File photo. — Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports

CONTRACTAug 12, 2026

Hammers Sign Forward Max Ellis to AHL Deal

Hamilton adds depth up front with a one-year contract for the 26-year-old forward, a former Maple Leafs prospect back in North America after two seasons overseas.

Detroit Red Wings forward Cross Hanas skates with the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during an NHL preseason game in Pittsburgh on October 4, 2023. File photo. — Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

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Aug 12, 2026

Providence Bruins Sign Cross Hanas to One-Year AHL Deal

The 24-year-old forward joins the AHL's best regular-season team after a career-high 38 points in 56 games with the Texas Stars.