NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing

Trade Deadline Moves

The Vegas Golden Knights placed captain Mark Stone on injured reserve with an upper-body injury sustained Sunday against Pittsburgh. The Dallas Stars acquired forward Michael Bunting from Nashville for a 2026 third-round pick, marking their second trade of the deadline. The Minnesota Wild bolstered their defense by landing veteran Jeff Petry from Florida in exchange for a conditional 2026 seventh-round pick.

Major Blockbuster Trades

The Edmonton Oilers completed a second trade with Chicago, acquiring forwards Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach from the Blackhawks. The Colorado Avalanche landed center Nicolas Roy from Toronto in exchange for a conditional 2027 first-round pick and a conditional 2026 fifth-round pick. The Vegas Golden Knights added veteran center Nic Dowd from Washington, sending back prospect goaltender Jesper Vikman, a 2027 third-round pick, and a 2029 second-round pick.

Trade Deadline Drama

St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko invoked his no-movement clause to block a trade to Buffalo, according to multiple reports. The Utah Mammoth acquired Calgary Flames defenseman Mac Kenzie Weegar to strengthen their blue line as they chase a playoff berth.

Upcoming Events

Madison Square Garden will host a sold-out PWHL game April 4 between the New York Sirens and Seattle Torrent, expected to set a U.S. attendance record for professional women's hockey. The Washington Capitals and New York Rangers will feature an "Inside Out Classic" on April 5, with players skating alongside animated characters Joy and Sadness in a special broadcast.