2024 Unsigned NHL Free Agents: What's Delaying The Best of the Rest?

Why haven't some of these names landed spots with NHL teams?

The hubbub that is NHL Free Agency has calmed down, with most of the biggest names off the board and going to new homes (or staying with their previous ones). But, there are still a handful of players out there who were expected to have landed somewhere by now; but for some reason, haven’t signed on the dotted line.

What’s taking so long?

Oliver Kylington

After a trying 2023-24 season, Oliver Kylington's return to the Calgary Flames was celebrated. He played in 33 games following a year-long absence due to personal reasons. The belief is that all is now good, and he was going to sign with the team that waited for him to get better. However, despite the opening of free agency nine days ago, the 27-year-old defenseman remains unsigned, puzzling many.