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Hall, Necas, and Drury conclude their seasons as unrestricted free agents. Hall, aged 33, was with the Bruins after missing most of last season due to knee surgery. Necas from Carolina has a two-year deal avoiding arbitration. Drury with Carolina signed a two-year contract.
Necas is set for a significant salary in his sixth season, while Hall’s contract expires soon. Drury continues on a two-year pact. Rantanen remains unsigned after the season. Team captains and analysts discuss Hall’s potential return to the playoffs as a positive opportunity.
Hall expressed readiness for any future challenges, emphasizing his wife’s support and team dynamics with linemate Connor Bedard. Blackhawks acquired Hall for mentorship but he has been inconsistent this season.
The article highlights key players’ statuses and impacts on their teams.
Source: https://www.nhl.com/news/mikko-rantanen-taylor-hall-traded-to-hurricanes-in-three-team-deal