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×NHL Trade Deadline Moves
The Avalanche re-acquired forward Nazem Kadri in a trade with the Flames. Kadri won a Stanley Cup with Colorado in the 2021-22 season but left for Calgary as a free agent that offseason. The Red Wings acquired 15-year veteran defenseman Justin Faulk in a trade with the rebuilding Blues. Meanwhile, the Maple Leafs dealt forward Bobby McMann to the Kraken and forward Scott Laughton to the Kings ahead of Friday's NHL trade deadline.
Player Discipline & Contract News
Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin has been suspended five games for slashing Buffalo defenseman Rasmus Dahlin during Thursday's game. After taking calls but failing to deal goalie Sergei Bobrovsky, Florida Panthers GM Bill Zito said the plan now is to try and get a new deal done with the 37-year-old netminder. The Kraken signed captain Jordan Eberle to a two-year contract extension with an average annual value of $5.5 million.
Playoff Push Acquisitions
The 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. Corey Perry is heading back to the Lightning after a trade from the Kings. The Blues continue rebuilding by trading away veteran defenseman Justin Faulk to the Red Wings.
Stanley Cup Playoff Picture
With the trade deadline passed, playoff spots, division titles and seeds are up for grabs. The Stanley Cup playoff watch provides projections, draft lottery standings and more as teams position themselves for the postseason races. Several clubs made moves to bolster their rosters for the stretch run.
NHL Community
Troy Murray, who played 12 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks and transitioned into becoming the team's long-time broadcasting analyst, has died. He was. Murray was known for his contributions both on and off the ice during his time with the Blackhawks organization.