2026 Free Agency Sees No Player Movement Across 12 Teams

The 2026 NWSL free agency period is progressing with all signed players remaining on their current teams, while 120 players remain available and one has retired from the league but not from playing elsewhere. Seattle leads in re-signing free agents, and Washington currently has the most players signed for 2026, but faces challenges with international roster spots. In the NHL, the Columbus Blue Jackets have extended contracts for several players and added depth, completing their summer roster moves ahead of the upcoming season. In hospitality real estate, Ashford Hospitality Trust sold two hotels in Houston and Evansville for a combined $33 million, with plans to reduce room counts and add condominiums at one property. Meanwhile, retail's summer sales season, exemplified by Amazon's expanded Prime Day and competing promotions from Walmart and Target, continues to grow, driving significant consumer spending but also leading to a spike in product returns that retailers must strategically manage. Lastly, Crystal Palace faces a challenging upcoming season as a key player is expected to leave on a free transfer next year, forcing the club to consider selling early or managing without him, with implications for their league standing and European ambitions.