# Top 50 NHL UFAs of 2026: Final list for July 1

> **Newsylist Open Intelligence Dossier** · First detected: 2026-07-01 12:20 UTC · Category: Sports · Sources: 5 · Current Velocity: 2.8

## Executive Summary
The NHL free agency window has officially opened for 2026, triggering a surge of contract signings and player movements.

## Intelligence Brief
NHL free agency is underway as teams compete for top unrestricted free agents. Live trackers and "big boards" are monitoring player movements, contract signings, and trades across the league.


Coverage from ESPN, Yahoo Sports, and The New York Times emphasizes real-time updates on contract grades, analysis of signings, and the status of the top 100 targets. All About The Jersey is also tracking the activity through a dedicated open post.


Future updates will focus on which high-profile targets remain unsigned and how the remaining top-tier talent is distributed among teams.

## Verified Facts & Key Claims
### What is being tracked during the 2026 NHL free agency?
Coverage is tracking live signings, trades, contract grades, and the status of the top 100 targets.

### Which media outlets are providing live updates?
ESPN, Yahoo Sports, The New York Times, and All About The Jersey are all providing live tracking and analysis.

### What specific tools are being used to monitor the players?
Outlets are utilizing free agency trackers and "big boards" to monitor where targets are signing.

## Key People, Organizations & Locations
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## Multi-Source Evidence Table
| Source Outlet | Headline | Published (UTC) | Verification URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC7 Bay Area | NHL free agency 2026: Grades, fits for all the big signings | 2026-07-01 12:15 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiiAFBVV95cUxNSXR3UEE1MXYtNGxnbV8ta21TLURTM2QxbFoxWEZrelZNTi1XMVp2RWlFblpJZ050R1ZBN2I5b0twUUUtMGxUU3p2SGxCT0RxY21aS1BVaW9zMkhOZXlFcjlUdloxd1VkWWg0WFJ1ZlcyT0ZuOGxVQnotVkNSbFp4RGRNTmYwb3o1?oc=5) |
| ESPN | 2026 NHL free agency tracker: News, contracts, grades, buzz | 2026-07-01 12:15 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqgFBVV95cUxPY3drZUJZRDBwZzRva3ZWSGIyYWRxWU9lb0wydllTdzlQTGhsYUJ4TTFMWVByaU1HMXhiOHpvQ09td056S3B6RHVsNDVRRjFzbHRxWmZ2ZjFfQlNPdVhDNFpiMWh4U0pCWGNHZFhmNFJTRFp4ZzlPblBQbWkyVFltaE5CMnR3WlhyMm8zUk9XSlc4REpYWlZSS3FPUTlBWTV0VE8wSGRZbS1lQQ?oc=5) |
| All About The Jersey | 2026 Free Agency Frenzy Open Post | 2026-07-01 12:15 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimwFBVV95cUxQanRUdWdPZXNVc3lwWE1JRnNCbEoxQWtDUWFTU001TTk4cDR2MmQ0dXpYUUs0N0ItT3ZnNzN3Q1h5ZldmeTJCUFNFbUE4ek1FMDdGeGNUMFlCSXdleGl4bmtzczVZZFpzVmhYbm1rYkMtdzM2Z3RIX2lnNDRqbzlzSVpfdUNGNFJPei1wdjBfa3dUSUlsQXR6OEJ1UQ?oc=5) |
| The New York Times | Live NHL free agent big board: Where the Top 100 targets are signing and who’s left | 2026-07-01 12:15 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiigFBVV95cUxQR1dLY1JteWJwLWdEaFBjOXdOQnpjdHhkZUNZRjZaeTAwVDlPSmR0TjJudTk4ZGU0SFJ0eXVrODYyTG1NNk1YUUltQnlmeGNZRGZrcFk0cDUzSjNJSGZqLXEzNlk0TjVSQWRSTDhPNjVrQk1UUGtoNlExQW82NkUtU09HUGVwNjFleUE?oc=5) |
| Yahoo Sports | NHL Free Agency Frenzy 2026: Live Signings And Trades Tracker, Analysis | 2026-07-01 12:15 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiggFBVV95cUxOMEN5cXVab3M2THpsdU9zTEJYaEVyb3llaTlDc1QxUkJJc3hjMEJpWVREaG1ETFVaaUdncmFIckY1Mkx4eEFDVGNTODU3dUxqb3JOWTdZOXUwYW95VGwxTkJyU0RXWFFmRlFId05DcHlydjZ2Z1F0ZFpBRVNUWElpdUpR?oc=5) |

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