Nikishin Draws New Suitor; Hurricanes Add Familiar Face in Busy Monday

The free agent market just got more interesting as another team jumped into the Nikishin sweepstakes, while Carolina made a move that suggests they're doubling down on a formula that's worked before. The Hurricanes' addition of a familiar piece signals their front office knows exactly what they're building toward this season. Meanwhile, Nikishin's market heating up shows how quickly leverage can shift in these early July days when teams are still hunting for value.