The NHL free agency signing period for 2022 is underway.

For each key deal, ESPN NHL reporters Greg Wyshynski and Kristen Shilton will assess the player's fit with his new team, weigh whether the terms of the deal make sense and hand out an overall grade for the team.

We'll continue to grade the most notable moves through the offseason, so check back for fresh grades as deals are consummated; the newest grades will be listed first.

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Note: Advanced stats via Natural Stat Trick and Evolving Wild, unless otherwise noted.