The influx is well underway. All 32 National Hockey League teams are busily shaping rosters, including sending young talent to the American Hockey League to continue their development.

After finding success during his first full pro season, Matt Kiersted is looking to take another big step in 2022-23.

The Charlotte Checkers have signed forward Riley Nash to a two-year American Hockey League contract.

The Florida Panthers have named Bobby Sanguinetti and Jared Staal as assistant coaches with their American Hockey League affiliate, the Charlotte Checkers.

The Calgary Flames have acquired forward Cole Schwindt from the Florida Panthers, along with Jonathan Huberdeau, former AHL All-Star Mackenzie Weegar and a conditional 2025 first-round draft pick, in exchange for Matthew Tkachuk and a conditional 2025 fourth-round pick.

The Florida Panthers have signed defenseman Michael Del Zotto to a one-year, two-way contract.

The Florida Panthers have agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with forward Gerry Mayhew.

The Florida Panthers have agreed to terms with goaltender Alex Lyon on a one-year, two-way contract.

The Florida Panthers have agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with defenseman Anthony Bitetto.

In doing exit interviews at the end of each season, there’s one sentiment that seems to consistently come up. It’s that making the jump to the pro game is not easy. Logan Hutsko saw this firsthand as he navigated through his rookie year.