July 9 1999: The Chicago Blackhawks sign free agent goaltender Steve Passmore to a multi-year contract.

August 4, 1999 : Bill Ranford signed as an unrestricted free agent

September 5, 1999 : Bob Essensa signed with the Phoenix Coyotes as an unrestricted free agent

April 24, 2000 : Bill Ranford retires after a good career.