NHL Hockey 3d Briefing
×Trade Deadline Buzz
Vincent Trocheck espn.com put West Coast teams on his no-trade list ahead of Friday's deadline. The Rangers captain prefers destinations close to the East Coast if moved. Meanwhile, the Sabres espn.com have a deal in place for Colton Parayko pending his no-movement clause waiver. Buffalo is showing aggressive intent at the deadline according to sources.
Major Moves
The Stars espn.com bolstered their defense by acquiring Tyler Myers from the Canucks. Dallas, riding a 10-game winning streak, sent 2027 and 2029 draft picks to Vancouver. The Oilers also fortified their blue line, dealing for Connor Murphy espn.com from the Blackhawks in exchange for a 2028 second-round pick.
Contract Extensions
San Jose espn.com locked up Kiefer Sherwood with a five-year extension worth $5.75 million annually against the cap. Washington also secured their forward, signing Ethen Frank espn.com to a two-year, $4 million deal. These moves provide stability for both teams heading into the stretch run.
Predators Activity
Nashville espn.com made multiple trades, sending Cole Smith to the Golden Knights for prospect Christoffer Sedoff and a 2028 third-round pick. They also dealt Michael McCarron to the Wild for a 2028 second-round selection. The Predators are accumulating draft capital ahead of the deadline.
Game Action
The Avalanche espn.com became the first NHL team to reach 40 wins this season, defeating the Kings. Colorado's milestone came in Los Angeles' first game under interim coach, following the firing of Jim Hiller. The Sabres also secured a victory, with Tage Thompson espn.com scoring the decisive goal in a game that followed a pregame celebration honoring U.S. Olympic hockey.
Deadline Frustrations
Some NHL executives and player agents expressed frustration with new salary cap rules espn.com impacting trade deadline maneuvering. The regulations have complicated deal-making as teams approach Friday's 3 p.m. ET deadline. With the market relatively quiet this week, many expect activity to pick up as the clock winds down.