# Professional sports league roster adjustments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/professional-sports-league-roster-adjustments
> Updated: 2026-10-17T18:30:00.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

Professional sports leagues are undergoing roster finalization processes ahead of their respective regular seasons. 

In the National Hockey League, clubs have executed significant roster reductions, with 71 players placed on waivers across the league. Notable movements include the Montreal Canadiens placing nine players on waivers and the Ottawa Senators waiving eight players due to injury-related adjustments. 

In the NBA, teams are working to meet league limits for standard and two-way contracts. As of mid-October, 25 of the 30 teams have compliant rosters, while ten teams have reached the maximum limit of 15 standard and three two-way contracts. Specific moves include the Cleveland Cavaliers signing Tre’von Spillers to an Exhibit-10 contract to support their G-League affiliate.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-17: NBA teams finalize rosters ahead of regular season deadline

NBA teams are finalizing rosters ahead of the regular season deadline, with many completing cuts early to manage waiver processes and contract obligations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nba-teams-finalize-rosters-ahead-of-regular-season-deadline

### 2026-09-25: NHL teams execute massive roster cuts ahead of regular season

NHL teams are finalizing rosters ahead of the 2026-27 season, with dozens of players placed on waivers and significant preseason activity, including a notable Capitals victory over the Flyers.

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/washington-capitals-place-four-players-on-waivers-after-preseason

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