Trade Rumors
With $-3.8M in cap space, the Vegas Golden Knights have flexibility to acquire depth pieces before the trade deadline. Community voting shows the top trade candidates are Ivan Barbashev, Ben Hutton, Adin Hill.
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0/3 votes"Nashville has struggled this season; despite his leadership role, rumors suggest he might be moved to a true contender if he requests it."
"Rumors persist that Minnesota could trade their top goalie prospect to land a star center (like Kadri) now that they have Gustavsson locked up"
"The 28-year-old sniper played just five games after core-muscle surgery but admitted he was healthy by season's end, positioning his free agency as a bonus-laden, incentive-heavy gamble for a contending team."
"Having a bounce-back year under Tortorella. Philly is open to moving him"
"With Nashville looking to get younger and the L.A. Kings needing a replacement for the injured Kevin Fiala, Stamkos ($8M cap hit) is a prime candidate to waive his NMC for a contender"
"The 21-year-old No. 3 pick set an NHL career high with 59 points (24 goals, 35 assists) in 82 games and is the last unsigned RFA in Columbus, eligible for an offer sheet and projected for a five-year deal in the $13-13.5M AAV range."
"The 36-year-old center remains unsigned after a 15-point season in 65 games; the Oilers reportedly tried to move him at the deadline and are expected to let him walk."
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"A proven two-time Cup winner on a great contract ($4.9M). A "luxury rental" for teams like Dallas or Tampa Bay"
"Has requested a trade/permission to seek one due to lack of NHL opportunity"
"The 39-year-old netminder is projected as a low-cost, one-year backup option behind newly installed starter John Gibson after Detroit dealt Sebastian Cossa to Utah."
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"The 38-year-old, 809-career-point winger and 2019 Stanley Cup champion returned to Detroit at the deadline but managed just 16 games due to a sports hernia, capping an injury-affected season."
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"The 27-year-old is regarded as one of the five best players still unsigned, coming off 12 goals and 36 points in 78 games but also a career-worst minus-18 rating."
"Vancouver has entered a "scorched earth" rebuild. Pettersson needs a change of scenery, though his massive $11.6M contract makes a deal difficult under new cap rules"
"A pending UFA. Vancouver may retain 50% of his salary to move him to a contender needing physicality and scoring"
"Another Canuck likely on the move as part of their teardown; a streaky scorer with playoff experience"
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"The right-shot defenseman enjoyed a resurgence after double hip-resurfacing surgery in December 2023, and analysts project him for a one-year deal in the $2.5-3.5M range with games-played bonuses."
"Another veteran scorer Nashville might liquidate. He has a 15-team no-trade list but offers significant playoff experience"
"A difficult season statistically, but his playoff resume and Olympic selection keep his value alive for desperate teams"
"Similar to Thomas, Kyrou ($8.125M AAV) has struggled at times this season and could be moved for a fresh start"
"The 6-foot-7, 231-pound defenseman is widely regarded as the top UFA blueliner still available, coming off a career year (nine goals, 25 points, 109 hits) that featured the best offensive output of his seven NHL seasons."
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"The 30-year-old winger and 2022 Calder Trophy finalist posted 14 goals and 33 points in 74 games after being acquired from Nashville for a third-round pick at the deadline."
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"St. Louis is considering a major reset. Thomas is their best asset (age 26) and could fetch a massive haul if the Blues decide his timeline doesn't match their rebuild"
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"Minnesota needs to clear space after the Hughes trade. Hartman is a versatile agitator who can play center or wing"
"The 39-year-old enforcer, who has 962 career games and 1,100-plus penalty minutes, said he believes he has "one more left in the tank" and is seeking a 16th NHL season."
"Struggled this year and lost the net. Montreal might move him to clear the logjam"
"Rumors suggest Seattle might move the former 4th overall pick to acquire immediate top-six help"
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"The 33-year-old 2014 Stanley Cup champion registered seven goals and 13 points in 52 games split between Winnipeg and Buffalo, where he arrived at the trade deadline for a 2026 seventh-round pick."
"The 33-year-old penalty-kill specialist was limited to 21 games by a knee injury and then a broken leg, and reports indicate he's heading back to Czechia after drawing no NHL interest."
"With the Rangers entering a "retool," Trocheck's value is high. Detroit is reported to be a "serious contender" for his services"
"The two-time Stanley Cup champion rebounded with 23 goals and 47 points in 75 games despite limited power-play usage, switched to new representation in June, and has been linked to Edmonton."
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