NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×NHL Trade Deadline Moves
Red Wings acquired veteran defenseman Justin Faulk from the rebuilding Blues in a trade deadline deal. The Maple Leafs dealt forward Bobby McMann to the Kraken and sent Scott Laughton to the Kings ahead of Friday's NHL trade deadline. Corey Perry is heading back to the Lightning after a trade from the Kings. The Seattle Kraken signed captain Jordan Eberle to a two-year extension worth $5.5 million annually.
Islanders acquired Brayden Schenn in a trade that sends Jonathan Drouin, two picks and a prospect back to the Blues. Schenn, had served as St. Louis' captain for the past three seasons. Sharks and goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic have agreed to a two-year contract extension. The Wild traded for Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno, giving him an opportunity to play with his brother, Marcus.
Notable Trades and Extensions
Capitals traded veteran defenseman John Carlson to the Ducks in a surprising move ahead of the deadline. After being spurned by Blues star Colton Parayko, the Sabres landed Jets defensemen Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn. The Blue Jackets acquired Canucks forward Conor Garland as they seek their first Stanley Cup playoff berth since 2020. Red Wings brought back David Perron in a deal with the Senators, parting with a conditional 2026 fourth-round draft pick.
On-Ice Incidents and Injuries
Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin received a five-minute major penalty and a game misconduct for slashing the Sabres' Rasmus Dahlin in the head. The oft-injured Golden Knights placed captain Mark Stone on injured reserve Thursday after being hurt in Sunday's loss at Pittsburgh. The Predators traded forward Michael Bunting to the Stars on Thursday for a 2026 third-round pick.
Contract News
Anaheim Ducks forward Ryan Poehling has agreed to a four-year, $15 million contract extension during his first season with the team. The Ducks secured Poehling through 2028 with this new deal.