Major NHL Contracts Bought Out as Free Agency Nears
- Nashville Predators bought out Matt Duchene's contract to clear salary cap space.
- Ryan Johansen was traded from the Nashville Predators to the Colorado Avalanche.
- Winnipeg Jets put Blake Wheeler on unconditional waivers for a contract buyout.
- Boston Bruins and Detroit Red Wings also bought out contracts of Mike Reilly and Kailer Yamomoto, respectively.
- Chicago Blackhawks signed winger Corey Perry to a $4 million contract for next season.
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