NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Trade Deadline Moves
The Minnesota Wild acquired veteran center Michael McCarron from the Nashville Predators for a 2028 second-round draft pick. This trade comes as teams navigate the new salary cap rules that have frustrated executives and agents ahead of Friday's deadline. Some NHL executives told ESPN they're struggling with the impact of these changes on deadline strategies.
Injury Updates
The New York Rangers placed captain J.T. Miller on injured reserve with an upper-body injury. Miller's absence could affect the Rangers' trade deadline approach as they evaluate their roster needs. The team must now consider how to adjust their plans without their captain potentially available for the stretch run.
On-Ice Results
The Colorado Avalanche became the first NHL team to reach 40 wins this season, defeating the Los Angeles Kings 3-1. The Kings were playing their first game under interim coach Tyrone Garner after firing Jim Hiller on Sunday. Meanwhile, analysts are projecting six win-win trades that could shake up the league before Friday's 3 p.m. ET deadline.