NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Trade Deadline Deals
Red Wings reacquired forward David Perron from the Senators for a conditional 2026 fourth-round pick. Stars landed forward Michael Bunting from the Predators for a 2026 third-round pick. Wild added veteran depth by acquiring defenseman Jeff Petry from the Panthers for a conditional 2026 seventh-round pick. Golden Knights acquired center Nic Dowd from the Capitals, sending goaltender Jesper Vikman and future picks. Maple Leafs traded center Nicolas Roy to the Avalanche for a conditional 2027 first-round pick and a 2026 fifth-round pick. A potential deal fell through as Blues defenseman Colton Parayko invoked his no-movement clause to block a trade to the Sabres.
Injuries and Discipline
Golden Knights placed captain Mark Stone on injured reserve with an upper-body injury. Malkin received a five-minute major and game misconduct for slashing Rasmus Dahlin, a penalty that could bring a supplemental discipline hearing.
Contract Extensions
Ducks signed forward Ryan Poehling to a four-year, $15 million contract extension during his first season with the team.
Other NHL News
Fantasy analysts provided reactions and upgrades following the active trade deadline. The PWHL announced its New York Sirens versus Seattle Torrent game at Madison Square Garden sold out, set to mark a U.S. attendance record. The Capitals-Rangers game on April 5 will feature an "Inside Out" alternative broadcast with animated characters.