NHL Hockey 3d Briefing
×Trade Deadline Moves
The Oilers espn.com bolstered their defense by acquiring Blackhawks' Connor Murphy for a 2028 second-round pick. Meanwhile, Rangers forward Vincent Trocheck espn.com has placed Western Conference teams on his no-trade list as the deadline approaches.
Team Updates
Los Angeles Kings espn.com made a coaching change, firing Jim Hiller after two seasons and naming D.J. Smith interim. The team sits three points out of a wild-card spot. In Vegas, Golden Knights captain Mark Stone espn.com left Sunday's game against Pittsburgh with an undisclosed injury.
Olympic Honors
Columbus Blue Jackets espn.com honored defenseman Zach Werenski before Saturday's game for his Olympic gold medal with Team USA. Meredith Gaudreau espn.com also reflected on the U.S. men's hockey team's gold medal victory at the Winter Olympics.
Fantasy Focus
With the trade deadline approaching, Evander Kane and Luke Hughes espn.com headline key pickups for fantasy hockey managers looking to strengthen their rosters before roster freeze.