Deepanjan Mitra

Joined: Oct 26, 2025

Deepanjan Mitra is an NHL-focused sports writer with over 1.5 years of experience delivering comprehensive ice hockey coverage across leading digital platforms. Currently contributing to Pro Football Sports Network (PFSN), he specializes in breaking news, trade deadline analysis, playoff narratives, and real-time game recaps across all 32 NHL teams. A passionate Florida Panthers and Colorado Avalanche fan, Deepanjan brings authentic enthusiasm to his professional coverage—from the Panthers' historic 2025 Stanley Cup run to the Avalanche's championship legacy. His work spans player rankings and team previews to deep-dive historical features on iconic playoff moments and legendary rivalries.

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

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The Minnesota Wild appear to have significant cap space for the trade deadline, but playoff roster cap compliance rules mean their real spending power is far more limited.

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

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Colorado Avalanche superstar Nathan MacKinnon reached the century mark once again, cementing his place among the game's elite.

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

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With the San Jose Sharks gearing up for a playoff push, they've locked in a key forward for five more years.

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

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St. Louis Blues and Buffalo Sabres came close to a deal for Robert Thomas, but the Sabres balked at the steep return the Blues are demanding and refuse to budge on.

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

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The Nashville Predators locked up a young blueliner to an entry-level contract following his gold medal performance at the World Junior Championship earlier this year.

Sep 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine (92) skates during the warmup period before the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Kings have renewed their interest in Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine ahead of the trade deadline, with expectations high that the Finnish winger will be moved in the coming days.

Feb 26, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri (91) celebrates his goal during the third period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images

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Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy faces a classic rebuild conundrum with Nazem Kadri.

Jan 3, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) controls the puck against the Montreal Canadiens during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

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With trade talks across the league heating up in deadline week, the Buffalo Sabres have emerged as an unexpected name in the Robert Thomas rumors with the St. Louis Blues.

Jan 1, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (44) pursues the play against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

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The Winnipeg Jets defenseman has been skating for three straight days and could make his return to play this week.

Jan 22, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy (5) watches the play against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

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The Edmonton Oilers added a veteran stay-at-home defenseman by trading Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks.

Feb 28, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Vincent Trocheck (16) chases after the puck after a faceoff in the third period against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The New York Rangers center made his preferences clear ahead of an anticipated trade deadline.

Feb 25, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers (57) warms up prior to the game against the Winnipeg Jets at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Simon Fearn-Imagn Images

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The Vancouver Canucks veteran defenseman continues to weigh his options as the NHL trade deadline approaches, with Detroit and Dallas among the teams interested.

Deepanjan Mitra

Joined: Oct 26, 2025

Blues Move Forward with Contract Termination for Veteran Right Wing

Hurricanes Owner Agrees to Sell Minority Stake at Record Valuation

Flames Get Olli Määttä and Draft Capital in MacKenzie Weegar Deal

Blues' Robert Thomas Trade Watch Heats Up Day Before Deadline

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

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

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Sharks Sign New Forward to Five-Year Extension

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Blues Standing Firm on High Asking Price for Robert Thomas

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Predators Sign Swedish Defenseman After World Junior Gold

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Kings Revisiting Patrik Laine Possibility as Trade Talks Heats Up

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Flames Face Difficult Nazem Kadri Decision Before Deadline

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Sabres Emerge as Dark Horse Buyers in Robert Thomas Talks

Jets' Josh Morrissey Return Getting Closer

Oilers Acquire Connor Murphy From Blackhawks On Favorable Contract

Vincent Trocheck Sends Rangers Trade Destination Demands

Tyler Myers Situation Remains Unresolved as Canucks Near Deadline