NHL Hockey 3d Briefing
×Trade Deadline Moves
Nazem Kadri espn.com is heading back to the Avalanche after a trade with the Flames. The forward won a Stanley Cup with Colorado in 2021-22 before leaving as a free agent. Corey Perry espn.com is returning to the Lightning after a trade from the Kings. The veteran forward reached the Stanley Cup Final in his previous stint with Tampa Bay.
Justin Faulk espn.com is joining the Red Wings after a trade with the rebuilding Blues. The 15-year veteran defenseman brings experience to Detroit's blueline. David Perron espn.com is also heading to the Red Wings in a deal with the Senators. Detroit sent a conditional 2026 fourth-round pick to acquire the forward who previously played two seasons with the team.
Brayden Schenn espn.com is joining the Islanders after a trade with the Blues. St. Louis sent Jonathan Drouin, two picks and a prospect to acquire the veteran forward who served as captain for the past three seasons. Jeff Petry espn.com is heading to the Wild after a trade with the Panthers. Minnesota acquired the veteran defenseman for a conditional seventh-round pick in 2026.
Michael Bunting espn.com is joining the Stars after a trade with the Predators. Dallas sent a 2026 third-round pick to acquire the forward. Tyler Myers espn.com is also heading to the Stars in a trade with the Canucks. The veteran defenseman joins a Dallas team on a 10-game winning streak.
Player Discipline
Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin espn.com has been suspended five games for slashing Buffalo defenseman Rasmus Dahlin during Thursday's game. The incident occurred during a matchup between the Penguins and Sabres.
Contract Extensions
Seattle Kraken captain Jordan Eberle espn.com has signed a two-year contract extension worth $5.5 million annually. The deal keeps the veteran forward with Seattle through the 2026-27 season. Anaheim Ducks forward Ryan Poehling espn.com has agreed to a four-year, $15 million extension during his first season with the team.
Sharks goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic espn.com has signed a two-year contract extension with San Jose. Capitals forward Ethen Frank espn.com has agreed to a two-year, $4 million extension. Sharks forward Kiefer Sherwood espn.com has signed a five-year contract extension worth $5.75 million annually against the salary cap.
Surprising Developments
Capitals defenseman John Carlson espn.com has been traded to the Ducks in what might be the most surprising move ahead of the NHL trade deadline. The veteran blue-liner's time in Washington has come to an end. Blues defenseman Colton Parayko espn.com has invoked his no-movement clause to prevent a trade to the Sabres, according to multiple reports.
Front Office Decisions
Panthers general manager Bill Zito espn.com said the plan now is to try and get a new deal done with 37-year-old goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky after taking calls but failing to trade him. The Florida netminder remains with the team as they pursue a contract extension.
Other Notable Moves
Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno espn.com is heading to the Wild, giving him an opportunity to play with his brother Marcus. The Maple Leafs traded forward Bobby McMann to the Kraken and forward Scott Laughton to the Kings ahead of Friday's deadline. Nicolas Roy espn.com is joining the Avalanche after a trade with the Maple Leafs that sent draft picks to Toronto.
Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone espn.com was placed on injured reserve Thursday after being hurt in Sunday's loss at Pittsburgh. The oft-injured forward's status adds uncertainty to Vegas's playoff push.
The PWHL game on April 4 between the New York Sirens and Seattle Torrent has sold out Madison Square Garden, with a crowd expected to set a U.S. attendance record for a professional women's hockey event. The April 5 Capitals-Rangers matchup will feature players skating alongside Joy and Sadness in the "Inside Out Classic," a real-time animated alternative broadcast featuring characters from the hit Pixar film.