NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Trade Buzz
The Oilers acquired defenseman Connor Murphy from the Blackhawks on Monday, sending a 2028 second-round pick to Chicago to fortify their blue line before the deadline.
Game Results
The Avalanche became the first NHL team to reach 40 wins this season, defeating the Kings 1-0. Los Angeles played its first game since firing coach Jim Hiller and promoting assistant Trent Yawney on an interim basis.
Deadline Outlook
With the trade deadline approaching Friday, six proposed deals are analyzed as potential win-win moves for contending and rebuilding teams alike.
Player Preferences
Rangers forward Vincent Trocheck has placed all Western Conference teams on his 12-team no-trade list, signaling a strong preference to be moved to an Eastern Conference club if he is dealt.