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Jan 29, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Kraken forward Jaden Schwartz (17) is slow to get up during the first period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

Kraken Rule Out Veteran Forward Indefinitely

The Seattle Kraken have ruled out a winger indefinitely due to an upper-body injury sustained during a recent matchup.

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NHL Executive Commends Recent Texas Hockey Growth

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Joel Hofer's Red Hot Run Has Unintended Consequences for Blues

Michael Bunting is Exactly What Stars Needed

NHL Metropolitan Race Heating Up

Islanders Star Fined for Unsportsmanlike Conduct Against William Eklund

Avalanche Lose Captain to Lower-Body Injury

Mammoth's Karel Vejmelka Joins Elite Company

Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Needs Contract Extension Soon

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Apr 15, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Ilya Samsonov (35) guards his net against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Three Landing Spots for Top Free Agent Goalie

Apr 17, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes center Jack Roslovic (96) skates with the puck in the second period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

Three Landing Spots for Top Free Agent Forward

Apr 30, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Evgeny Kuznetsov (92) scores a penalty shot goal against New York Islanders during the first period in game five of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Canadiens Out on Former Stanley Cup Champion

Apr 11, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Matt Grzelcyk (24) shoots the puck during the first period against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Three Landing Spots for Top Free Agent Defenseman

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Sep 21, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Viljami Marjala (57) carries the puck past Calgary Flames defensemen Daniil Miromanov (62) during the third period of the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Oilers Prospect Emerging as Hidden Gem in AHL

Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; James Hagens is selected as the seventh overall pick to the Boston Bruins in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Top Boston Bruins Prospect Earns 2026 Beanpot MVP

Nov 25, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers centre Connor Clattenburg (64) is seen out on the ice as the Edmonton Oilers take on the Dallas Stars during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

Oilers Prospect Undergoes Hand Surgery After AHL Fight Injury

Dec 31, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, UNITED STATES; Canada forward Gavin McKenna (9) in action against Finland during the second period in group play during the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at 3M Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Gavin McKenna Still Tops NHL Draft Boards Despite Slow Start

Jan 2, 2026; St. Paul, Minnesota, UNITED STATES; Sweden forward Anton Frondell (16) shoots the puck as Latvia defense Krisjanis Sarts (2) defends during the second period in the quarterfinals of the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

World Juniors Offers Hope for Blackhawks' Rebuild

Green Bay Gamblers forward Will Zellers (34) skates with the puck against the Waterloo Black Hawks on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Resch Center in Ashwaubenon, Wis. Waterloo won the game, 6-3.
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Blues, Bruins Prospects Impressing at World Junior Championship

Oct 10, 2025; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) skates past Clarkson Golden Knights defenseman Noah Houle (3) during the third period at Pegula Ice Arena. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

World Juniors Gives Gavin McKenna Chance to Silence Doubters

Oct 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers center Jett Luchanko (17) against the Winnipeg Jets at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Flyers Return Top Prospect to Junior Team

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Mar 18, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) takes the ice against the New York Islanders at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins Can Expect Huge Final Season from Evgeni Malkin

Nov 27, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) and center Evgeni Malkin (71) talk before a face-off against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins Star Should Keep Playing With Longtime Teammate

Oct 30, 2024; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks goalie Arturs Silovs (31) skates against the New Jersey Devils during the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Penguins Trade Bolsters Future of Goalie Position

Mar 30, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) looks on at the face-off circle against the Ottawa Senators during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins' Sidney Crosby Irritated by Trade Rumors

Jan 27, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right winger Bryan Rust (17) advances the puck during the third period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Penguins Should Sell High on Veteran Forward

Apr 17, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (17) celebrates his goal with the Penguins bench against the Washington Capitals during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins GM Outlines Offseason Plans

Cornell University Big Red Hockey practice at Lynah Rink on Wednesday, October 29, 2019.

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Cornell Shocks Michigan State in Frozen Four Opener

Mar 11, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (17) skates with the puck against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at PPG Paints Arena.

Penguins Forward Closing in on Elusive Milestone

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Mar 7, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov (86) warms up before playing the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Lightning Star Records Fourth 100-Point Season

Jan 25, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Anaheim Ducks left wing Cutter Gauthier (61) skates during the warmup period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Ducks Could Be Dark Horse in Western Conference Playoffs

Mar 2, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Team North America associate general manager Stan Bowman speaks to media during a press conference for the upcoming 2016 World Cup of Hockey at Intercontinental Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Stan Bowman's Goaltending Decision Could Cost Oilers Playoff Hopes

Mar 6, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) skates against the Dallas Stars during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Nathan MacKinnon Puts Avalanche’s Cup or Bust Season Out There

Feb 25, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes (86) skates during warmups prior to the start of their game against the Buffalo Sabres at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

'Jack Trick' Leads Devils to Win in Rivalry Matchup vs. Rangers

Mar 6, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes forward Andrei Svechnikov (37) battles with Edmonton Oilers defensemen Ty Emberson (49) in front of goaltender Tristan Jarry (35)during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Oilers' Defensive Issues Persist in Latest Loss

Jan 1, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill behind the bench against the Dallas Stars during the third period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Blackhawks' Jeff Blashill Reflects on Impact of Departed Veterans

Oct 28, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) in the second period against the New Jersey Devils at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Avalanche Mourn Passing of 1996 Stanley Cup Champion

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Mar 6, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) skates against the Dallas Stars during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Post-Trade Deadline NHL Power Rankings

Mar 3, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Utah Mammoth goalie Karel Vejmelka (70) looks on during the third period against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Mammoth GM Model of Excellence in NHL

May 8, 2025; Tarrytown, NY, USA; New York Rangers president and general manager Chris Drury speaks during a press conference to introduce new head coach Mike Sullivan at the MSG Training Center in Tarrytown, New York May 8, 2025. Mandatory Credit: Peter Carr/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Three Losers of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

Mar 3, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Erik Haula (56) avoids the check from Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson (78) during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Predators' Barry Trotz Explains Why He Kept Erik Haula

Feb 18, 2020; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues general manager Doug Armstrong talks with the media about the acquisition of defenseman Marco Scandella from the Montreal Canadians prior to a game against the New Jersey Devils at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Three Winners of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

Jan 31, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers (57) defends against Toronto Maple Leafs forward Scott Laughton (24) in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Kings Acquire Veteran Center from Maple Leafs

Feb 28, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) during the third period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Blackhawks Star Looking Ahead to Matchup with Former Captain

Mar 3, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri (91) skates during the warmup period against the Dallas Stars at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Avalanche Bring Back Star Center in Blockbuster Trade with Flames

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Feb 25, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Vegas Golden Knights left wing Cole Reinhardt (23) shoots on goal against the Los Angeles Kings during the third period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Panthers Claim Physical Forward from Golden Knights

Feb 28, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Vincent Trocheck (16) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Rangers Make Final Call on Vincent Trocheck at Deadline

Mar 4, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Justin Faulk (72) attempts a shot on goal in the first period against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

Red Wings Trade Draft Picks for Blues Defenseman

Dec 28, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Kraken right wing Jordan Eberle (7) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Philadelphia Flyers during the second period at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Kraken Extend Captain Ahead of Trade Deadline

Jan 21, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Anaheim Ducks center Ryan Strome (16) before the game against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Flames Add Veteran Center From Ducks

Jan 27, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann (74) shoots the puck during warm up before a game against the Buffalo Sabres at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Kraken Acquire Two-Way Forward From Maple Leafs

Dec 2, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings left wing Elmer Soderblom (85) skates with the puck in the second period against the Boston Bruins at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Penguins Acquire Red Wings Forward Ahead of Deadline

Feb 4, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Jose Sharks defenseman Timothy Liljegren (37) attempts a shot as Colorado Avalanche left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62) defends in the first period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Capitals Add Timothy Liljegren in Deadline Deal with Sharks

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Jan 16, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Brayden Schenn (10) skates against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

Islanders Acquire Blues Captain in Deadline Blockbuster

Dec 18, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Philadelphia Flyers left wing Nicolas Deslauriers (44) looks to make a pass from behind the net during the first period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Hurricanes Add Physical Winger From Flyers

Jan 29, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Matt Grzelcyk (48) congratulates defenseman Connor Murphy (right) on his goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Connor Murphy Set for Oilers Debut After Trade

Feb 5, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Kings right wing Corey Perry (10) warms up before the start of a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Lightning Reunite With Veteran Winger

Feb 28, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Chicago Blackhawks left wing Nick Foligno (17) warms up before the game against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Wild Get Nick Foligno in Trade with Blackhawks

March 1, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic (33) makes a save against the Winnipeg Jets during the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

Sharks Extend Veteran Goalie

Nov 26, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers center Sam Carrick (39) looks on from the players bench against the Carolina Hurricanes during the first period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Sabres Acquire Center Sam Carrick from Rangers

Jan 31, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Bobby Brink (10) controls the puck against the Los Angeles Kings in the first period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Wild, Flyers Swap Young Talent in Deadline Deal

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Oct 27, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Mathieu Joseph (71) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Blues Move Forward with Contract Termination for Veteran Right Wing

Dec 3, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Washington Capitals center Nic Dowd (26) waits for play to resume during a game against the San Jose Sharks in the second period at SAP Center in San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Capitals Locker Room Sour on Nic Dowd Trade

Feb 2, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) look on during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Stars Get Tough Update on Mikko Rantanen Injury

Mar 4, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes forward Jackson Blake (53) and forward Nikolaj Ehlers (27) and goalie Brandon Bussi (32) celebrate their victory against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Hurricanes Owner Agrees to Sell Minority Stake at Record Valuation

Oct 25, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (55) skates with the puck in the third period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Blues Star Defender Refuses to Waive No-Trade Clause

Jan 31, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nicolas Roy (55) during a stop in play against the Vancouver Canucks in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Avalanche Get More Firepower in Trade for Maple Leafs Forward

Jan 29, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Washington Capitals center Nic Dowd (26) celebrates after scoring in the first period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Details Emerge for Golden Knights, Capitals Nic Dowd Trade

Jan 31, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) passes the puck during the third period against the Carolina Hurricanes at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Capitals Veteran Defenseman Not Expected To Be Traded Before Deadline

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Feb 25, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings left wing Artemi Panarin (72) during a stoppage in play in the first period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Kings' Artemi Panarin Joins Elite Company with Career Milestone

Dec 23, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the New York Rangers during the second period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

2026 NHL Trade Deadline Tracker

Jan 31, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) passes the puck during the second period against the Carolina Hurricanes at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Capitals Trade Franchise Icon to Ducks

Feb 25, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks right wing Conor Garland (8) skates with the puck during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Simon Fearn-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets Bolster Forward Group In Deal With Canucks

Mar 3, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets defenseman Logan Stanley (64) skates away from Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Artyom Levshunov (55) during the first period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-Imagn Images

Sabres, Jets Strike Late-Night Defenseman Trade

Feb 28, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Michael Bunting (58) celebrates scoring a power play goal against Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Predators Trade Former Calder Trophy Finalist to Stars

Feb 5, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar (11) warms up before the start of a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Anze Kopitar Closing in on Kings Legend's Points Record

Mar 2, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Team North America associate general manager Stan Bowman speaks to media during a press conference for the upcoming 2016 World Cup of Hockey at Intercontinental Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Oilers GM Ruining Stanley Cup Chances

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Jan 31, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames defenseman MacKenzie Weegar (52) against the San Jose Sharks during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Flames Get Olli Määttä and Draft Capital in MacKenzie Weegar Deal

Mar 4, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) looks on in first period against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

Blues' Robert Thomas Trade Watch Heats Up Day Before Deadline

Jan 21, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Washington Capitals forward Nic Dowd (26) handles the puck against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Golden Knights Add Middle-Six Center From Capitals

Jan 3, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Nashville Predators left wing Erik Haula (56) during the face off against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Predators' Erik Haula Drawing Trade Interest

Dec 13, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild general manger Bill Guerin addresses the media about acquiring defensemen Quinn Hughes via trade from the Vancouver Canucks before a game against the Ottawa Senators at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

Wild's Trade Deadline Flexibility Not as Simple as It Seems

Feb 26, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Nick Blankenburg (37) skates with the puck against the Chicago Blackhawks during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Predators Trade Defenseman to Avalanche

Jan 27, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann (74) shoots the puck during warm up before a game against the Buffalo Sabres at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs Veterans Being Held Out for Trade Purposes

Jan 10, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (55) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Sabres Close to Acquiring Star Defenseman From Blues

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Jan 23, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames defenseman MacKenzie Weegar (52) during the third period against the Washington Capitals at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Mammoth Nearing Trade for Flames Veteran Defenseman

Jan 8, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Kent Johnson (91) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets Repeating Old Mistakes with Kent Johnson

Feb 28, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) controls the puck in the second period against the Chicago Blackhawks at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon Hits Major Milestone for 4th Straight Year

Feb 28, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks left wing Kiefer Sherwood (44) and Winnipeg Jets defenseman Elias Salomonsson (57) battle for the puck against the boards during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

Sharks Sign New Forward to Five-Year Extension

Jan 31, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Seattle Kraken right wing Eeli Tolvanen (20) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Kraken Choose Trade Deadline Route

Jan 9, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) makes a quick pass during first period against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

Blues Standing Firm on High Asking Price for Robert Thomas

Mar 2, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers (57) skates in warm up prior to a game against the Dallas Stars at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Stars Acquire Top Canucks Defenseman

Jan 29, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) celebrates his goal against the New Jersey Devils during the third period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

Predators Sign Swedish Defenseman After World Junior Gold

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