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×Discipline & Player News
Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin has been suspended five games for slashing Buffalo defenseman Rasmus Dahlin during Thursday's game. The Lightning re-acquired veteran forward Corey Perry from the Kings, bringing back the player who helped them win a Stanley Cup. In a brotherly reunion, the Wild traded for Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno.
Major Trades Ahead of Deadline
The Avalanche brought back forward Nazem Kadri in a swap with the Flames, reunitating with the player who helped them win the Stanley Cup in 2021-22. The Red Wings acquired 15-year veteran defenseman Justin Faulk from the Blues. Maple Leafs dealt forwards Bobby McMann to the Kraken and Scott Laughton to the Kings. The Islanders landed Blues captain Brayden Schenn for their playoff push, while the Capitals surprised by trading veteran defenseman John Carlson to the Ducks.
Contract News
Seattle Kraken signed captain Jordan Eberle to a two-year contract extension with an average annual value of $5.5 million. The San Jose Sharks agreed to a two-year contract extension with goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic. After failing to trade goalie Sergei Bobrovsky, the Florida Panthers now plan to work on a new deal with the 37-year-old netminder.