NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Major Trades
Caps trade veteran defenseman Carlson to Ducks in surprising move before Friday's deadline. Sabres addressed their defensive needs by acquiring Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn from Jets after being spurned by Blues star Colton Parayko. Blue Jackets bolstered their lineup with Conor Garland from Canucks as they pursue their first Stanley Cup playoff berth since 2020.
Additional Roster Moves
Red Wings welcomed back David Perron in a deal with Sens, parting with a conditional 2026 fourth-round pick. Stars continued their deadline acquisitions by landing Predators forward Michael Bunting. Wild added veteran defenseman Jeff Petry from Panthers in exchange for a conditional seventh-round pick in 2026.
Injury News & Discipline
Vegas placed captain Mark Stone on injured reserve with an upper-body injury sustained during Sunday's loss at Pittsburgh. Pens' Malkin received a five-minute major and game misconduct for slashing Rasmus Dahlin in the head during Thursday's game.
Contract & Trade Deadline Developments
Ducks extended forward Ryan Poehling to a four-year, $15 million contract during his first season with the team. Blues' Parayko invoked his no-movement clause to prevent a trade to the Sabres. Fantasy hockey analysis provides insights for managers adjusting to the latest deadline moves.
Other Transactions
Golden Knights acquired veteran center Nic Dowd from Capitals, sending prospect goaltender Jesper Vikman, a 2027 third-round pick and a 2029 second-round pick. Leafs traded center Nicolas Roy to Avalanche for a conditional first-round draft choice in 2027 and a conditional fifth-round pick in 2026.