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In case you were sleeping, the Washington Capitals made a big move overnight. The Washington Capitals traded veteran defenseman and franchise veteran John Carlson to the Anaheim Ducks.

In exchange, the Capitals received a conditional first-round pick in the 2026 or 2027 NHL draft. The team also received a 2027 third-round pick.

Karlsson, 36, spent all 17 seasons of his NHL career with the Capitals. He is the franchise’s all-time leader in games played (1,143), goals (166), assists (605), and points (771) among defensemen.

This season, Karlsson recorded 46 points (10 goals, 36 assists) in 55 games with the Capitals. The Natick, Massachusetts native will be an unrestricted free agent after this season.

Most notably, Karlsson helped lead the Capitals to their first Stanley Cup title in 2018. He led all defensemen in the playoffs with 20 points (5 goals, 15 assists) in 24 games played.

Karlsson was originally selected by the Capitals in the first round (27th overall) in the 2008 NHL Draft.

“Since joining our organization 17 years ago, John Carlson has exemplified what it means to be a Washington Capitals every day,” said general manager Chris Patrick. “John’s determination, leadership, tenacity and skill helped our franchise reach new heights and established him as a cornerstone and one of the greatest players in Capitals history.”

Karlsson is now the second major move made by the Capitals ahead of Friday’s NHL trade deadline. The team already sent Nick Dowd to Vegas on Thursday in exchange for picks and goaltending prospect Jesper Wickman.

This news from Carlson could also be a signal for 40-year-old Alex Ovechkin to retire after the 2025-26 season. As you can tell, the Capitals are focusing on developing young players.

The Capitals have a total of 22 picks in the next three drafts, including four first-round selections and nine picks in the first three rounds.

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The Montreal Canadiens have until 3 p.m. Friday afternoon to make a deal before the NHL trade deadline hits.

It is important to note that most rumors should be taken with a grain of salt. It is very easy to add canadiens to the bait mixture.

That being said, not every rumor is baseless.

Canadians are very active in the trading market and inquire about the potential trading costs of different players. That means there may be fire beneath the smoke, while also understanding that Kent Hughes is one of the busiest general managers in the league when it comes to completing due diligence.

Potential Montreal Canadiens trade deadline targets

The Canadiens have been linked to several forwards, including St. Louis Blues center robert thomas. Although the acquisition cost is expected to be very high, there is no doubt that Thomas will significantly improve Montreal’s top six. Click here To see the latest analysis regarding the Robert Thomas rumor.

calgary flames forward nazam qadri This is a name that has been circulating with new interest among Canadians throughout the years recently. Simply put, if the price is right, Canadians will want to acquire a premier center. Thomas would be the ideal target, but if it’s not a viable trade, Montreal will turn to players like qadri.

Keeping with the center theme, Montreal has also been linked to the New York Rangers Center Vincent Trocheck. At 32, he doesn’t necessarily fit into the age bracket of most lineups, but he has done a great job of mitigating the normal statistical decline that often occurs when a player is on the wrong side of 30. Click here Check out our latest article analyzing Trocheck’s potential impact on the Canadiens’ lineup.

Given that the Habs have struggled in the goaltending department, they have been linked to experienced netminders sergey bobrovsky And Jordan Binnington. At a glance, it would make sense to add a Stanley Cup-winning goalie to the mix, but the fact is that both goaltenders linked to the Habs have worse numbers than Samuel Montembeault, the goalie they will replace. All things considered, a trade involving Bobrovsky or Binnington It won’t mean anything to Canadians.

Recent Montreal Canadiens Trade Rumors

guard Arbor Zekaj was engulfed in flamesAn interesting development, as we know Montreal and Calgary are common trade partners, even more so when we remember the teams have discussed a potential Kadri trade.

related to Patrik LaineKings reportedly said Circled back to the 27-year-old forwardHowever, it remains to be seen whether Canadians will receive a legitimate offer. Laine’s contract expires this summer, and there’s no reason to force a trade, unless Hughes wants to free up salary cap space for another potential deal.

Elliotte Friedman: Names to keep an eye on: Oliver Bjorkstrand (TB), Michael Carcone (Utah), Paul Cotter (New Jersey), Stephen Holliday (Ottawa), Patrik Laine (Montreal), Maxim Shabanov (NYI), Luke Schenn (WPG) – Sportsnet (3/5)

– NHL Rumor Report (@NHLRumourReport) 5 March 2026

salary cap situation

The Canadiens have approximately $1.5 million in available salary cap funds, although it is important to note that players transferred at the NHL trade deadline do not carry their entire cap hit to the new team.

Salaries are based on days, and given that there will be approximately 22% of days left on the schedule, the cap hit will be only 22% of their original value.

For example, if the Canadiens are able to find a guy for the line, that team will be on the hook for about a fifth of his $8.7 million contract, or about $1.9 million.

Montreal Canadiens Brass Tacks

The Canadiens are far from a perfect team, but they are well ahead of schedule when it comes to their long-term rebuilding goals.

With that in mind, there’s no rush to get a significant trade deadline deal done, as they’re not quite ready to compete for the Stanley Cup in the first place.

There is also the matter of a seller’s market, with bottom-six players like Nicolas Roy being selected in the first round. The price tags are far from par for the course leading up to the final day of trades in the league.

Things can change in a hurry, but all signs point to this being another quiet deadline for Kent Hughes and company.

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We’re nine hours away from the 2026 NHL trade deadline. Will the New Jersey Devils make some noise, or kick the can down the road until the summer in the draft?

They started yesterday with an effort to free up cap space. There is more information on what the multiple player discount means in the link below.

Below, there’s also an update on Simon Nemec ahead of the deadline.

Elsewhere, a surprise name on the trading block in Toronto, the latest on Vincent Trocheck, and more!

Let’s do that hockey.

Devil’s Trade Rumors and News

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NHL Trade Talk, News and National Hockey Now

This could be a very active day on the business front. Here’s what happened yesterday:

Toronto Hockey Now: Well, that’s a big deal. The Toronto Maple Leafs’ Matthew Nize is listening on. However, on one condition. Wouldn’t that look good in red and black?

The Athletic ($): Another name that could be in trend today is Sergei Bobrovsky. That’s why it’s a good idea for the Cats to potentially move the Russian netminder.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Yes, Evgeni Malkin is going to be fined at least. The Pittsburgh Penguins forward had a stellar performance last night against the Buffalo Sabres, providing a blow to Rasmus Dahlin.

Colorado Hockey Now: The NHL trade deadline is less than 24 hours away and the Colorado Avalanche have already made several moves to address roster needs. However, this has been nothing unprecedented. Is there more coming next?

Florida Hockey Now: The Florida Panthers started selling some pieces yesterday. AJ Greer sat out last night as well. Is he on the next step?

Philly Hockey Now: After Colton Parayko snubbed the Sabers by exercising his trade clause, could Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen be back on the table?

Montreal Hockey Now: Can the Montreal Canadiens be a winner in the Vincent Trocheck sweepstakes? At least they’re in the mix.

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David Perrone is going back to Detroit. After parts of two seasons with the Senators, the Red Wings are bringing back the 37-year-old veteran, who played in Detroit for two seasons in 2022-23 and 2023-24. The hope is that Perron can work his way back to health and help the Red Wings on their playoff journey. As far as the Senators are concerned, the trade would give them a conditional fourth-round selection. Let’s get into the details.

READ MORE: Senators acquire Warren Foegele from Kings

Peron’s time with senators

When Perron signed a two-year deal worth $4 million per season in the summer of 2024, expectations were high. He was coming off a 17 goal, 47 point season with the Red Wings and was a veteran of over 1100 games. He also had a Stanley Cup on his resume during his time with the St. Louis Blues. Unfortunately, injuries have plagued the Senators as well as Perón. He has missed time in each of his two seasons and is currently out with a sports hernia. His numbers in both seasons were as follows:

• 2024-25: 43 games, 9 goals, 16 points
• 2025-26: 49 games, 10 goals, 25 points

In the Senators’ first-round series against the Maple Leafs last year, he played well, scoring 2 goals and one assist in 6 games.

Over the past two seasons it was clear that Perron was an extremely slow skater. He lacks both initial burst and top end speed. What he did provide, however, was a great board battler who was always ready to move into the dirty areas. Despite limited minutes, he produced solid numbers this season, including 3 goals and 8 points on the Senators’ second power play unit.

return to senators

These are the conditions for draft selections that come before senators:

• If Perron plays a game this season or in the playoffs for the Red Wings, the Senators will receive a 2026 fourth-round draft pick.
• If Detroit reaches the second round of the playoffs and Perón plays at least 50 percent of his first-round games, the Senators will receive a 2026 third-round selection.

With these conditions, it seems as if Peron’s health is clearly still in question.

final thoughts

The move lines up nicely with the trade made just hours earlier, which brought in the Senators’ Warren Foegele. Essentially, Foegele is the Perrone replacement on the wing, with the Senators giving up a second-round pick and (probably) selecting a fourth. So, is it for senators? Staios was aggressive at last year’s deadline, so don’t be surprised to see him push for something more tomorrow.

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The Baltimore Ravens have attempted to bring in some fairly high-profile receivers to catch passes from two-time NFL MVP Lamar Jackson. Still, a strong case can be made that Odell Beckham Jr. and De’Andre Hopkins were past their prime by the time they arrived in Baltimore.

Now, the Ravens may be closing in on a trade for the three-time Pro Bowl receiver who has been a major part of their team’s overall success, including a Super Bowl win in 2024.

According to Jeff McClain philadelphia enquirerThe Ravens have emerged as a “potential” trade suitor for AJ Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles. But the Ravens are not alone. McClain suggests the New England Patriots, who are led by Mike Vrabel, the Browns’ former head coach at Tennessee, are another “potential” suitor.

Brown has recorded 1,000-yard seasons in six of seven seasons since being drafted in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft as the 51st overall pick. After three seasons he was traded from Tennessee to Philadelphia when the Titans would not commit to the type of long-term contract Brown wanted.

When Brown was 24, he was traded for first- and third-round selections. Now 28 years old, still established, we’ll see what the business costs this time. Even if he has been dealt with, teams are certainly trying.

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Jerry Jones has never been afraid to make a big deal. The Dallas Cowboys have proven this time and again. Whether it’s a record-setting contract extension or trading their best player a week before the season starts, the Cowboys aren’t afraid to be bold.

Nevertheless, the Cowboys are still looking to replace the pass-rushing production that Micah Parsons was known for. That could change this offseason. Obviously, the Cowboys have already tried.

According to ESPN’s Trey Wingo, the Cowboys “thought” they completed a trade for Maxx Crosby last night. Nevertheless, the Las Vegas Raiders backed out after receiving several other offers, including a first-round pick, for the five-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher.

Wingo reports that the Cowboys now plan to sign Trey Hendrickson in free agency, where he won’t have to part with any draft compensation.

If Wingo’s report is accurate, it means the Raiders are indeed not only willing to trade Crosby, but they may also be close to making a deal. Previous reports indicated that a Crosby trade could be conducted as soon as “this week.”

While the Cowboys appear to be trading out Crosby, other teams are apparently willing to break the bank for the 28-year-old sack artist. The Raiders have the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, but they will likely gain another first-round selection because of the Crosby trade. Perhaps that selection could be an attempt to replace Crosby.

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According to some inside sources, the Montreal Canadiens have inquired about the acquisition cost of New York Rangers center Vincent Trocheck.

Pierre LeBrun believes the Canadiens have spoken to the Rangers, although we should note that this is far from a report, as he mentioned that he “thinks” the Habs have been somewhat active in this dossier.

Pierre LeBrun: I think the Canadiens have checked in with the Rangers on Vincent Trocheck, although it could be a huge haul – Melnyk in the Afternoon (3/4)

– NHL Rumor Report (@NHLRumourReport) 5 March 2026

potential impact

Given that the Habs have shown interest in trading for Robert Thomas, a deal that would obviously improve the roster while ignoring some more pressing needs, it makes sense that they have done their due diligence regarding other available centers, including Trocheck and Nazem Kadri.

Darren Dreger: If Robert Thomas doesn’t move on most people think Vinny Trocheck is going to be the second rung on that ladder, and then you get to Nazem Kadri – Barn Burner (3/4).

– NHL Rumor Report (@NHLRumourReport) 5 March 2026

The 32-year-old Trocheck doesn’t fit the Canadiens’ ideal age bracket, but it should be noted that he has managed to maintain a very respectable level of play for a skater who is on the wrong side of 30.

He is in the fourth year of a seven-year contract with an annual average value of $5.625 million, and he will be 35 when it expires in 2029.

For your buck, this is a good value deal, especially when we consider Trocheck is on pace to score 18 goals and 40 assists in 68 games. To make matters even more interesting, he has produced fantastic underlying numbers on a depleted Rangers roster, a testament to his ability to stave off the usual statistical decline that tends to take over at his age.

Trocheck is also excellent at the faceoff dot, winning over 58% of his draws this season, an asset that will certainly interest a head coach like Martin St-Louis.

In that vein, Trocheck would project as a significant upgrade over current second-line center Oliver Kapanen.

Montreal Canadiens Brass Tacks

Like a potential Thomas trade, this deal would ignore the most significant issues in the organization, which are a lack of goaltending excellence and questionable defensive coverage.

And then there is the matter of acquisition costs, which are expected to be exorbitant.

Chris Johnston: Ray Vincent Trocheck: The question now is still being considered a little too rich for some contenders – Insider Trading (3/5)

– NHL Rumor Report (@NHLRumourReport) 5 March 2026

However, Vincent Trocheck checks almost every box for the Habs, except his age. There is also the issue of his lack of discipline, which will be further exacerbated by playing for a team that has already struggled with indiscipline for a few seasons now.

If the Canadiens were just one center away from being legitimate Stanley Cup contenders, this is the type of trade that would be considered a slam dunk, even if he is much older than most of the players Hughes acquired.

But the Habs aren’t at that point yet, making this a potential trade that would generate a certain amount of legitimate excitement while ignoring some major roster construction problems.

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It is no secret that the Montreal Canadiens have received less-than-stellar netminding this season, a situation that has led some to suggest the team should acquire a goaltender before the NHL trade deadline.

This is a logical approach, as the Habs could improve the team by trading for a goaltender who can perform better than Samuel Montembeault.

Frank Serravalli: Among teams potentially interested in adding a netminder, I would include Ottawa, Montreal, Vegas Golden Knights – NHL Now (3/4).

– NHL Rumor Report (@NHLRumourReport) 5 March 2026

However, the two names being mentioned as potential upgrades for the Canadiens, Jordan Binnington (32) and Sergei Bobrovsky (37), are far from their statistical prime.

In fact, the 29-year-old Montembeault is much younger than the troubled netminders. This doesn’t mean the Canadiens can’t acquire a goaltender over the age of 29, but if they do, they’ll have to make sure the player in question can potentially deliver better results than Montembeault.

According to Pierre LeBrun:

– If the Habs do trade for a goalie, it won’t be for a rental. He says Jordan Binnington, who is signed for next season, would make sense.

– The Habs are also monitoring the status of Nazem Kadri and perhaps Vincent Trocheck as well. https://t.co/NZDEPaqqIq

– /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) 4 March 2026

Montreal Canadiens goaltending trade targets

Before we look at the numbers, it should be noted that Binnington and Bobrowski have won Stanley Cups in the past, and there is something to be said for providing valuable experience to the youngest team in the league.

However, the goaltender in question is no longer in Stanley Cup shape, as evidenced by his numbers, which are downright terrible.

To get a better idea, we’ll take a look at four different metrics at 5v5: save percentage (SV%), goals saved above average per 60 (GSAA/60), high-danger save percentage (HDSV%), and high-danger goals saved above average per 60 (HDGSAA/60).

We filtered results for players with at least 1000 minutes played at 5v5 this season, giving us a total of 49 goaltenders.

As you can see in the table above, Montbault is near the bottom of the league in all four metrics.

And yet, he’s still managed to produce better numbers than both Binnington and Bobrowski. They are ranked last or close to last in most categories, a good reminder that the grass is not always greener.

You could argue that this isn’t a fair comparison, as the Montreal Canadiens are a better team than the Florida Panthers and St. Louis Blues, but that would be to ignore the fact that the Canadiens are below both teams in high-danger shot share (46.3%).

In other words, the Canadiens squandered high-danger chances, making life much harder on their netminders. There are a dozen or more awkward rushes every night, not to mention a few instances of confused defensive coverages.

Simply put, the idea of ​​acquiring Jordan Binnington or Sergei Bobrovsky makes little to no sense for the Montreal Canadiens, as they would be unlikely to surpass Montembeault, not to mention Jacob Dobbs.

And then there’s the matter of freeing up cap space for netminders with worse numbers than the second-best Habs goalie.

All things considered, making this type of deal would be a mistake in the face of the smart, thorough work Kent Hughes and Co. have done since taking the reins in Montreal.

All Montreal Canadiens stats are 5v5, via Natural Stat Trick, unless otherwise noted.

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The Washington Capitals traded veteran forward Nick Dowd to the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday.

In return, the Capitals acquired prospect goaltender Jesper Wickman, a 2027 third-round pick, and a 2029 second-round pick.

“Really tough day for our organization, our team, players, staff. Nick Dowd is being traded after seven years,” Capitals head coach Spencer Carberry told reporters. “He means a lot to this team. He means a lot to this community, to him and his family. He will be missed. It’s one of the unfortunate parts of this business, having to say goodbye to good people.”

Dowd, 35, recorded 16 points (4 goals, 12 assists) in 55 games with the Capitals this season. The fan favorite finished his tenure in Washington with 166 points (79 goals, 87 assists) in 506 games from 2018–19.

During his tenure in DC, Dowd was a staple on the Capitals’ fourth line and penalty kill unit. The 35-year-old posted a career-best 27 points (14 goals, 13 assists) last season.

Dowd was originally drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the seventh round (198th overall) of the 2009 NHL Draft. The forward also spent half a year in Vancouver before signing with the Capitals in the 2018 offseason. At that time the team had won the Stanley Cup.

Meanwhile, Wickman was selected by Vegas in the fifth round (125th overall) of the 2020 NHL Draft. The 23-year-old goaltender has spent the entire 2025-26 campaign with the Henderson Silver Knights of the AHL.

In 18 games this season, Wickman has a record of 8-7-3, a 3.41 goals-against average and an .866 save percentage for the Silver Knights.

Right now, the Capitals (31-25-7) are four points behind Boston for the final Eastern Conference wild card spot. The two teams will face off on Saturday afternoon, a day after the trade deadline.

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The first shoe has dropped for the Toronto Maple Leafs. He traded third-line center Nick Roy to the Colorado Avalanche. And they were able to snag that ever-elusive first-round pick.

The Washington Wizards are set to host the Utah Jazz on Thursday night. Is Trae Young going to make his Wizards debut tonight?

Young was transferred from the Atlanta Hawks to the Wizards before the 2026 trade deadline. However, he has yet to make his debut with Washington, as the All-Star guard is dealing with a knee injury that has kept him out of action since late December.

Here’s everything we know about Trae Young’s injury status for tonight’s game vs. the Jazz.

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Trae Young’s injury status vs. Jazz

Trae Young is not listed on the NBA injury report and is expected to make his Wizards debut tonight against the Jazz.

The Wizards hope Young and Anthony Davis can lead the team to a postseason run next year. Although Davis is still out due to injury, the next few weeks of the 2025–26 season will give Young a chance to get comfortable with his new team.

At 16-45 and 13th in the Eastern Conference standings, Washington is not going to contend this year. Still, the future is interesting for magicians.

When it comes to the question of whether Trae Young is playing tonight against the Jazz, the answer is yes.

magicians injury report

The Wizards have eight players listed on the injury report.

• Anthony Gill (illness): doubtful
• Anthony Davis (sprained left finger): Out
• Kishawn George (left elbow sprain): Out
• D’Angelo Russell (not with team): Out
• Alex Sarr (right hamstring strain): Out
• Tristan Vukcevic (left thigh injury): Out
• Jameer Watkins (sprained left ankle): Out
• Cam Whitmore (right shoulder deep vein thrombosis): out

The Jazz played a game against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, which they lost 106–102. With Thursday’s contest representing the second consecutive contest for Utah, the Jazz have not released their injury report as of the writing of this story.

With the way the NHL trade market is shaping up, the New Jersey Devils should consider trading Cody Glass. However, they should consider it for one reason only.

The Devils have been seeking an upgrade to their top six for quite some time. They want to add a forward with scoring skills who can play on a line with Jack Hughes – a void that has been left since Tyler Toffoli transferred two deadlines ago.

Given that the Devils’ playoff hopes are all but gone while the NHL trade market appears to be bloated, moving Glass to help the Devils accumulate assets to help them acquire the scorer they are looking for seems like an obvious move.

Glass is in the first year of a two-year contract. He has a favorable $2.5 million cap hit and is no trade protection.

A lot of teams that are scouting or heading to the postseason are in the market for a center.

The Colorado Avalanche, Carolina Hurricanes, Montreal Canadiens, and Glass’ former club, the Vegas Golden Knights – currently playing Mitch Marner as a center – all fit the bill.

Maybe even the Edmonton Oilers. However, they just acquired Jason Dickinson from the Chicago Blackhawks, and will likely install him at the center position.

Glass, who plays at a favorable cap hit while scoring at a 20-goal pace with elite defensive metrics as a third-line center who can also kill penalties, makes him a desirable addition for most playoff teams.

The Devils forward explained that before playing in New Jersey, he never really had a designated role. Sheldon Keefe said Glass’ role has led to his success this season.

Thus, an inquiring team should be able to see similar success with Glass. Especially now that they know what they are getting with the former sixth overall pick in the 2017 NHL Draft.

So, what can devils get from glass?

Well, recent history saw the Nashville Predators trade Michael McCarron to the Minnesota Wild for a 2028 second-round selection. Remaining with the Predators, they sent Cole Smith to Vegas for a 2028 third-round pick and a prospect.

Given that these prices are for depth forwards who don’t have scoring touch, Glass could certainly fetch more, especially because he plays a premium position.

Is a first-round pick out of the question? Especially for a team like the Avalanche? They don’t have that pick this year, but they do have 2027, and there’s no reason to believe the first-round pick won’t be closer to the second round than the top half of the first round.

Even if it isn’t that much, a few second-round picks in 2027 also seem plausible. This gives the Devils enough compensation to be flexible with their possessions to reel in a goalscorer.

The Devils are reportedly ready to land Simon Nemec in the right deal. Add the compensation from the Glass deal, or perhaps add what New Jersey has better, and maybe they could go with Jordan Kirou.

And if no moves are made by the trade deadline, perhaps the Devils could seriously add a guy like Jason Robertson into the mix should he not be dealt with Dallas this summer. Or, dare I say it, Brady Tkachuk if things go to extremes in Ottawa.

But, why trade glass if you will need it in the future?

Well, for starters, the Devils can always keep Nick Bjugstad. This was his intention after all. However, he is probably better suited in a 4C role.

Still, there will be plenty of options through free agency this summer.

Some names that come to mind – if they reach July 1 – are Charlie Coyle, JG Pageau, Bobby McMann and Boone Jenner. Dare I say, Eric Haula will also be available.

It is certainly important that the Devils do not let their 3C position become a black hole again. However, the bigger hole is on Jack’s left side, where the Devils have been looking for a goalscorer for a long time.

The Devils should trade Glass, but only if they can use the compensation they receive later to reel in the goalscorer they want in the top six.

I don’t know about you, but I’d rather have Kirau than Glass.

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The Charlotte Hornets are officially one of the hottest teams in the NBA, and head coach Charles Lee believes the looming trade deadline is a major reason why. After Wednesday night’s impressive 118-89 win over the Boston Celtics, Lee praised guard Coby White, calling him a “battle-tested” veteran who has turned the team around.

“He adds a lot to our environment and our product on the court,” Lee said of White. With the win the Hornets moved to 32–31, the first time they have sat above the .500 mark since late October. This extended their current winning streak to six games, a stretch where Charlotte has boasted one of the most efficient offenses in the league.

🎙️ Charles Lee on Coby White: “He adds a lot to our environment and our product on the court.”

“We have a very deep team, but there’s something about having a guy like that who is battle-tested, a high-level thinker and has been through a lot of experiences as a basketball player.”… pic.twitter.com/WsJ9sYnhqC

– r/CharlotteHornets (@HornetsReddit) 5 March 2026

White was surgically efficient against the Celtics at TD Garden, finishing with 17 points and six assists while shooting an impressive 6-of-9 from the field in just 20 minutes of action. His ability to stabilize the second unit and provide clutch scoring punch has provided Lee with a luxury the Hornets have lacked in recent seasons.

Lee said having a high-level thinker like White makes it easier for him to put the ball in his hands at the end of quarters so the team can get quality shots.

The blowout featured a balanced attack as rookie Con Knueppel led all Charlotte scorers with 20 points. Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball each scored 18 points, while the defense held a powerful Boston team to just 89 points.

For a team that was struggling to stay in the play-in race a month ago, the addition of White along with stars like Ball and Miller has created a tremendous rotation. As the Hornets head toward the postseason, their new “battle-tested” creator appears to be just what the doctor ordered.

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在交易中，KC Chiefs 將在下個月獲得洛杉磯的第一輪（第 29 號）、第五輪和第六輪選秀權，以及 2027 年第三輪選秀權。雖然這筆交易會讓球迷感到沮喪，但它確實為球隊在四月提供了一個獨特的機會。

在今年的 NFL 選秀中，堪薩斯城有望進入前十名。然而，當他們進入第九位時，他們會錯過許多精英人才。然而，有了一個額外的首輪球員和更多來自公羊隊的球員，他們可以為前面的球隊提供一個有價值的交易方案，其中包括兩個首輪選秀權。

考慮到這一點，讓我們來看看堪薩斯酋長隊可能非常看重並在選秀中大膽交易的六名種馬前景。

耶利米·洛夫

上週，有報導稱，NFL 各支球隊都在祈禱 KC Chiefs 不要選擇一名球員，他就是聖母大學球星傑里米·洛夫 (Jeremiyah Love)。這位跑衛在 NFL 聯合賽後引起了巨大的關注，並被拿來與薩奎恩·巴克利和賈米爾·吉布斯進行比較。

在過去十年的大部分時間裡，酋長隊一直缺乏一位能夠破壞比賽的跑衛。愛可能成為帕特里克·馬霍姆斯的神奇武器，並給對手帶來嚴重的對決問題。

阿維爾·里斯

堪薩斯酋長隊確實需要更多的邊緣威脅，因為克里斯瓊斯正在表現出衰退的跡象。今年的選秀有幾個有趣的選擇，當球隊在九號選秀時，所有這些選擇都可能被排除在外。其中一位是俄亥俄州立大學的 EDGE，阿維爾·里斯 (Arvell Reese)。

里斯在 2025 年從線衛轉為 EDGE，在賽季中取得了突破，這也是 OSU 上賽季在大學橄欖球中擁有最令人畏懼的防守的一個重要原因，因為他在恐嚇十大對手的同時完成了 6.5 次擒殺。

另一位可能在四月份的前八順位中被淘汰的突破性 EDGE 衝鋒者是德克薩斯理工大學的大衛貝利 (David Bailey)。在他為紅色突襲者隊效力的唯一一個賽季中，他的擒殺數（14.5）在 FBS 中名列前茅，這可以說是本賽季所有大學橄欖球中最快的第一步。此外，他擁有很高的足球智商，可以成為克里斯瓊斯的接班人，成為球隊的擒殺大師。

桑尼·斯泰爾斯

上週 NFL 聯合賽上表現最好的是俄亥俄州立大學球星桑尼·斯泰爾斯 (Sonny Styles)。他已經是一個有潛力成為前十順位的球員了。然而，他在聯合收割機上展現出的令人難以置信的運動能力可能會讓他鎖定前五名。

由於他的邊線到邊線搶斷技巧以及成為覆蓋範圍內有影響力的球員的能力，這位線衛是同班上最全能的防守球員之一。他可能成為未來十年堪薩斯酋長隊防守的核心成員。

就像你永遠無法擁有足夠的衝傳球一樣，你也永遠無法擁有足夠的高水準球員來保護球隊最寶貴的資產——馬霍姆斯。如果堪薩斯酋長隊在 2026 年對一名頂級進攻鋒線球員非常看好，並且相信在第一輪中領先於他們的球隊正在潛伏，那麼他們肯定可以晉升並選擇這名球員。

猶他大學的斯賓塞·法諾和邁阿密大學的弗朗西斯·莫伊戈亞是今年班級中的前兩名，他們都可能成為前五順位。如果 KC 在四月晉升其中一位，請不要感到驚訝。

迦勒·唐斯

卡勒布唐斯 (Caleb Downs) 是七葉樹隊三名可能進入四月份 NFL 選秀前五名的球員之一。這位安全衛是 2026 年 NFL 準備最充分的球員之一，由於他出色的足球智商和在二級聯賽的多才多藝，他可能會立即產生影響。

本週，在從一名年輕的二線核心成員離開後，尋找另一位有職業碗潛力的經濟實惠的球員來填補這一空白是有意義的。

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周三，堪萨斯城酋长队球迷收到了他们担心进入休赛期的消息。随着全职业球员特伦特·麦克杜菲进入合同的最后一年，球队预计不会给他想要的长期续约，酋长队将他们最好的防守交易回洛杉矶公羊队。

在交易中，KC Chiefs 将在下个月获得洛杉矶的第一轮（第 29 号）、第五轮和第六轮选秀权，以及 2027 年第三轮选秀权。虽然这笔交易会让球迷感到沮丧，但它确实为球队在四月份提供了一个独特的机会。

在今年的 NFL 选秀中，堪萨斯城有望进入前十名。然而，当他们进入第九位时，他们会错过许多精英人才。然而，有了一个额外的首轮球员和更多来自公羊队的球员，他们可以为前面的球队提供一个有价值的交易方案，其中包括两个首轮选秀权。

考虑到这一点，让我们来看看堪萨斯酋长队可能非常看重并在选秀中大胆交易的六名种马前景。

耶利米·洛夫

上周，有报道称，NFL 各支球队都在祈祷 KC Chiefs 不要选择一名球员，他就是圣母大学球星杰里米亚·洛夫 (Jeremiyah Love)。这位跑卫在 NFL 联合赛后引起了巨大的关注，并被拿来与萨奎恩·巴克利和贾米尔·吉布斯进行比较。

在过去十年的大部分时间里，酋长队一直缺乏一位能够破坏比赛的跑卫。爱可能成为帕特里克·马霍姆斯的神奇武器，并给对手带来严重的对决问题。

比尔·里斯

堪萨斯酋长队确实需要更多的边缘威胁，因为克里斯·琼斯正在表现出衰退的迹象。今年的选秀有几个有趣的选择，当球队在九号选秀时，所有这些选择都可能被排除在外。其中之一是俄亥俄州立大学的 EDGE，阿维尔·里斯 (Arvell Reese)。

里斯在 2025 年从线卫转为 EDGE，在赛季中取得了突破，这也是 OSU 上赛季在大学橄榄球中拥有最令人畏惧的防守的一个重要原因，因为他在恐吓十大对手的同时完成了 6.5 次擒杀。

另一位可能在四月份的前八顺位中被淘汰的突破性 EDGE 冲锋者是德克萨斯理工大学的大卫·贝利 (David Bailey)。在他为红色突袭者队效力的唯一一个赛季中，他的擒杀数（14.5）在 FBS 中名列前茅，这可以说是本赛季所有大学橄榄球中最快的第一步。此外，他拥有很高的足球智商，可以成为克里斯·琼斯的接班人，成为球队的擒杀大师。

桑尼·斯泰尔斯

上周 NFL 联合赛上表现最好的是俄亥俄州立大学球星桑尼·斯泰尔斯 (Sonny Styles)。他已经是一个有潜力成为前十顺位的球员了。然而，他在联合收割机上展现出的令人难以置信的运动能力可能会让他锁定前五名。

由于他的边线到边线抢断技巧以及成为覆盖范围内有影响力的球员的能力，这位线卫是同班上最全能的防守球员之一。他可能成为未来十年堪萨斯酋长队防守的核心成员。

就像你永远无法拥有足够的冲传球一样，你也永远无法拥有足够多的高水平球员来保护球队最宝贵的资产——马霍姆斯。如果堪萨斯酋长队在 2026 年对一名顶级进攻锋线球员非常看好，并且相信在第一轮中领先于他们的球队正在潜伏，那么他们肯定可以晋升并选择这名球员。

犹他大学的斯宾塞·法诺和迈阿密大学的弗朗西斯·莫伊戈亚是今年班级中的前两名，他们都可能成为前五顺位。如果 KC 在四月份晋升其中一位，请不要感到惊讶。

迦勒·唐斯

卡勒布·唐斯 (Caleb Downs) 是七叶树队三名可能进入四月份 NFL 选秀前五名的球员​​之一。这位安全卫是 2026 年 NFL 准备最充分的球员之一，由于他出色的足球智商和在二级联赛的多才多艺，他可能会立即产生影响。

本周，在从一名年轻的二线核心成员离开后，寻找另一位有职业碗潜力的经济实惠的球员来填补这一空白是有意义的。

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The New England Patriots need to improve their roster despite making the Super Bowl. The Patriots lost to the Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara, exposing the team’s weaknesses. Now, it’s clear that New England needs a dominant wide receiver, EDGE rusher, and offensive lineman.

Below, we break down five trade targets for the Patriots during the 2026 NFL offseason!

AJ Brown, WR, Philadelphia Eagles

The Patriots are targeting Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown; However, it must be at the right price. The asking price for Brown is high, and the Patriots have some wiggle room. Does New England pounce on the opportunity to acquire a top wide receiver or wait for a trade that doesn’t require as much draft capital?

max crosby, edge, las vegas raiders

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Max Crosby has been in trade rumors even before the 2025-26 NFL season ends. Crosby needs a change of scenery and the Patriots need an EDGE rusher to sack the quarterback. The asking price for Crosby is high, but getting an elite pass rusher will be worth it.

George Pickens, WR, Dallas Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens might be the best trade target for the Patriots. Dallas franchise tags Pickens; However, if both sides do not reach a contract extension, it could open the door to a trade. If it is successful, New England should have the opportunity to acquire a true number one wide receiver.

Jonathan Greenard, LB, Minnesota Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings are listening to trade offers on Jonathan Greenard, and he would be an excellent fit in New England. Last season, Greenard only had three sacks in 12 games, but he had at least 12 sacks the previous two years. The Vikings linebacker will upgrade the Patriots’ defense next season.

DJ Moore, WR, Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore may not be on the same level as Brown and Pickens, but he will be a big boost for New England. Given the number one target for Patriots quarterback Drake Mays, Moore won’t cost as much as top-tier wide receivers. Moore is a 1,000-yard wide receiver and will help lead New England’s offense.

READ MORE: New England Patriots interested in Cincinnati’s star free agent

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The Los Angeles Rams and Kansas City Chiefs have made a blockbuster trade involving cornerback Trent McDuffie. The Rams are sending the 29th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, a 2026 fifth-round pick, a 2026 sixth-round pick and a 2027 third-round pick for McDuffie. This is the major move that makes Los Angeles secondary.

Below, we’ll break down the winners and losers of the McDuffie trade between the Chiefs and Rams!

Winner: Los Angeles Rams

The Rams entered the 2026 NFL offseason needing help in the secondary, particularly at cornerback. McDuffie is very good in coverage and run defense, giving Los Angeles a much-needed lockdown defender on the outside. With only one year remaining on his contract, McDuffie plans to sign a long-term extension with the Rams. Los Angeles gave up a large number of draft picks, but the All-Pro cornerback is worth the price.

Loser: Kansas City Chiefs Secondary

Kansas City’s secondary is the biggest loser in this trade. By transferring McDuffie, the Chiefs have kept Christian Fulton and Noah Williams as their starting cornerbacks, which may not be the case moving forward in the 2026-27 NFL season. The Chiefs are projected to make at least one move for a cornerback during the offseason, but it will be very difficult to replace McDuffie’s production on the field.

Winner: Kansas City Front Office

Kansas City’s front office did a great job by trading McDuffie to Los Angeles. The Chiefs secondary has lagged, but the 29th pick and three other picks in the 2026 NFL Draft are very strong. Additionally, the 25-year-old cornerback was set to become a free agent after the upcoming season. The move allows the Chiefs to recover value for McDuffie, add cap flexibility and find a higher-ranked prospect in the NFL Draft.

Loser: Seattle Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks are the Super Bowl champions, but that has a major impact on their chances of repeating. The Seahawks’ biggest needs heading into the 2026 NFL offseason are running backs and cornerbacks. With Rick Woolen and Josh Jobe becoming free agents, Seattle has a need at the cornerback position. Instead of acquiring McDuffie, the organization saw its biggest rival complete a deal.

Winner: Los Angeles defensive coordinator Chris Shula

Los Angeles defensive coordinator Chris Shula is a big winner. After a strong 2025-26 NFL season, Shula’s secondary struggled mightily. This affected the calling of the game on defense, as the secondary was unreliable. Now, Shula can be more confident with his secondary and prepare himself for a strong defense in 2026-27. If all goes well, he may soon get an NFL head coaching job.

Austin Konensky is a sports writer at SportsNut, covering the NHL, MLB, NFL, NBA and college football. His work…More about Austin Konensky

Questions surrounding Ivica Zubac’s debut with the Indiana Pacers will remain unanswered for at least one more game.

Indiana listed Zubac out with a left ankle sprain on its injury report Wednesday morning ahead of the team’s game with the Los Angeles Clippers. The Pacers begin a four-game West Coast road trip in Los Angeles on Wednesday night at 10:30 pm ET.

The injury designation means Zubac will not face his former team as he continues to work towards his first appearance since being acquired at the February trade deadline.

Indiana acquired the 28-year-old center from the Clippers in a landmark deal that also included Pacers-bound forward Kobe Brown. Los Angeles received a package centered on Benedict Mathurin and Isaiah Jackson, along with two first-round picks in 2026 and 2029 and a future second-round pick.

Zubac was enjoying one of the most productive periods of his career before the trade. In 43 games with the Clippers this season, he averaged 14.4 points, 11 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game, while shooting 61.3 percent from the field and 70.5 percent from the free-throw line. He started 42 of those contests and recorded 30.9 minutes per game, becoming a consistent interior presence.

Ivica Zubac Pacers debut delayed as Benedict Mathurin moves on with Clippers

His most recent appearance came on February 2 in the Clippers’ 128–113 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Zubac recorded eight points, nine rebounds, two assists and one block while shooting 3-for-3 from the field in 33 minutes.

Indiana continues to wait for the veteran center to debut as it looks to stabilize a frontcourt that underwent major changes at the deadline. The Pacers enter Wednesday at 15-46 and are looking for consistency during the final stretch of the season.

Meanwhile, Mathurin has begun to carve out a role with the Clippers following the trade. The 23-year-old guard has averaged 18.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists in eight games with Los Angeles, shooting 40.2 percent from the field and 85 percent from the free-throw line while playing 30.4 minutes per contest.

Mathurin recently contributed in the Clippers’ 114-101 win over the Golden State Warriors. He finished with 17 points, seven rebounds, one block and one steal while shooting 6 of 13 from the field and converting all five of his free-throw attempts in 31 minutes.

Although Zubac will not make his debut against his former team in Indiana, the Pacers expect him to eventually take on an interior role as the organization evaluates its new-shaped roster following the deadline trade.

The Florida Panthers are on the rise. After the Olympic break, the Panthers have lost three consecutive games and are in last place in the Atlantic Division with 63 points. Florida is 10 points (five games) out of the final wild card spot with 21 games left. Time is ticking, and the Panthers have made a decision on their plans for the 2026 NHL trade deadline.

Florida has decided to become a seller ahead of the 2026 NHL trade deadline, The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun reports. The Panthers will not include Matthew Tkachuk, Sam Bennett and others in trade talks, but they will make their unrestricted free agents available. This also includes goalkeeper Sergei Bobrovsky.

Bobrowski is on the 16-team no-trade list, but Florida is listening to other teams. That doesn’t mean the Panthers aren’t willing to move the 37-year-old goaltender, as an extension could be done. Another notable player that Florida has been listening to is forward AJ Greer.

The Panthers have won the last two Stanley Cups, but a third is becoming less likely. Florida has faced injuries throughout the 2025–26 NHL season. Florida captain Alexander Barkov has missed the entire campaign due to a torn ACL ahead of the new season.

The NHL team has played a lot of hockey over the past three seasons, and it could pick up the pace in 2026. Like the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL, the dynasty is not over, but it is taking a break. The Panthers are expected to be active before the NHL trade deadline, but they will not receive a deal.

Read more: Florida Panthers could trade Sergei Bobrovsky, 5 best landing spots

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We’re three days away from the 2026 NHL trade deadline. The New Jersey Devils are in a precarious position, with the possibility of them missing the playoffs after a disappointing 2025-26 season that had a lot of expectations. Heading into Friday’s deadline, it appears defenseman Simon Nemec is generating Devils trade interest.

According to Pierre LeBrun, NHL Insider, “It will be interesting to see what happens on the Simon Nemec front. The Devils are taking a call on the second overall pick from ’22. There’s no shortage of teams investigating. New Jersey is happy to keep him, but if a deal comes along that upgrades their forward in a real way, they’re going to be listening…”

Nemec improved his stock significantly this season, scoring some clutch goals to either send New Jersey to overtime, or win a game in extra frames.

He then went on to the Olympics where he played top pairing, No. 1 defenseman minutes for Slovakia and played his part in almost helping Slovakia get a medal and surprisingly finish fourth in the tournament.

General manager Tom Fitzgerald has been open about his desire to add a forward. The Devils continue to look for a top-line solution to play alongside Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt.

“I’d like to add further. I want to continue to add more depth,” Fitzgerald said in January. “I think the whole league is probably looking for the same thing. You can figure it out. But you know, that hasn’t changed from two summers ago. We tried to add last deadline. When you’re just trying to add you, you identify those areas and stick your nose down hard and do the work.”

Dougie Hamilton is another name on the Devils trade block. He has generated considerable interest, however, his $9 million cap hit has proven difficult to exceed, especially with his $7.4 million bonus due on July 1.

The Devils appear to be following the path of least resistance with a ton of defensemen at their disposal, but perhaps too many of them have trade protection.

We’ll see what happens between now and Friday.

James is the fully certified New Jersey Devils beat reporter for New Jersey Hockey Now on SportsNote and … More about James Nicholls

Here are the Montreal Canadiens news items, stories and content you may have missed Tuesday.

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It’s officially silly season! Habs-related rumors have been increasing, with one of the most recent reports linking the Calgary Flames to defenseman Arbor Zekaj. [Canadiens Rumours: Calgary Reportedly Interested in Xhekaj]

Patrik Laine’s name also came up on Tuesday. Apparently, the Los Angeles Kings have renewed interest in the power play specialist. [Canadiens Linked To Kings In Laine Trade Rumour]

While the Flames have shown interest in Zekaj, the Habs continue to kick the tires on Flames forward Nazem Kadri. [Evaluating Canadiens Rumour Linking Kadri To Montreal]

With the March 6 NHL trade deadline looming, we take a look at the most pressing needs of Kent Hughes and company. While many want the Habs to acquire a forward, the defensive situation is far more worrisome. Montreal scored a lot of goals, but struggled to keep the puck out of their own net. [Top 5 Canadiens Needs Heading Into Trade Deadline]

There were 12 goals scored in Tuesday night’s game between the Habs and Sharks! Watch highlights of the goal bonus in California that resulted in a 7-5 win for the Sharks [Canadiens Highlights: Goal Bonanza In San Jose]

One of the Canadiens’ top prospects, Bryce Pickford, refuses to stop scoring goals at will in the WHL. Pickford was voted as the No. 7 player in our annual Top 20 Habs prospects rankings. [Canadiens Top 20 Rankings – No. 7 The Extraordinary Bryce Pickford]

Don’t take your eyes off Pickford!! His 38th year has put us over 1!! 🚨🐅@CanadiensMTL | #GoHabsGo pic.twitter.com/OuGlGF855G

– Medicine Hat Tigers (@tigershockey) 4 March 2026

As always, phenom Lane Hutson has his eyes on the prize.

Len Hutson on this Habs squad today:

“We have a young group that is confident in what we’re doing and building. But we all bring different things and it’s fun… We all share the common goal of competing and trying to win a Stanley Cup.” pic.twitter.com/ABg2XuwBtH

– /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) 4 March 2026

ICYMI: We’ve landed the top spot in our annual Montreal Canadiens prospect rankings, as voted on by Habs fans. Dynamic forward Michael Hayes earned the No. 1 spot because of his elite skill set, not to mention he has already established himself as one of the top players in the NCAA. It remains to be seen how long he’ll stay in the NCAA, and whether the Habs will want him to spend some time in the AHL before graduating to the NHL, but there’s no doubt that Hayes represents Montreal’s best hopes of drafting an elite player from their current prospect pool. [Canadiens Top 20 Prospects – No. 1 Dynamic Michael Hage]

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Despite some players with expiring contracts, the New Jersey Devils still have value heading into next Friday with some short-term deals and favorable cap hits. [New Jersey Devils]

The St. Louis Blues and Buffalo Sabers are working on a trade that will shock the entire NHL. As TSN’s Darren Dreger reports, trade talks between the Blues and Sabers involving Robert Thomas are “heating up.” St.Louis is serious about trading Thomas after weeks of speculation. [Buffalo Sabres]

The Carolina Hurricanes have the most points in the Eastern Conference heading into the NHL trade deadline on Friday. Carolina is speculated to acquire Vancouver Canucks center Elias Pettersson. Peterson, who has been criticized in Vancouver, could be traded despite his $11.6 million camp hit. The 27-year-old center has 35 points in 52 games in 2025-26. [Carolina Hurricanes]

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Three days left until the 2026 NHL trade deadline. So, who is in charge of the New Jersey Devils and the decisions they make moving forward?

Well, David Pagnotta and I discussed this very topic on the latest Devils Rink Report. That conversation can be found in the link below.

Below is also how the Devils achieved a rare five-goal win yesterday. It was his first four-plus goal game since November 28, a span of 95 days.

Elsewhere, a handful of deals were made last night, the Robert Thomas deal is heating up, and other NHL trade talk.

Let’s do that hockey.

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New Jersey Hockey Now: Look, the Devils know how to score. And they did it against the defending Stanley Cup Champions. The Florida Panthers tried to claw their way through Tuesday night’s tilt, but the Devils called on Sergei Bobrovsky for three goals, and added two empty-netters. Learn more about how the Devils won their second consecutive season.

📺 Devils Rink Report: We’re three days away from the 2026 NHL trade deadline. With Tom Fitzgerald’s job up in the air, who is in charge of the roster? NHL Insider David Pagnotta joins me to discuss the latest Devils rink report.

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The Nashville Predators made some deals yesterday. No big deal, but they are taking steps:

Forever Blueshirts: What’s next for the New York Rangers after JT Miller lands on injured reserve?

The Athletic ($): Robert Thomas trade rumors with the Buffalo Sabers are heating up. So, what would a trade from the St. Louis Blues look like?

Montreal Hockey Now: The Calgary Flames are interested in Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arbor Zekaj, according to reports.

Toronto Hockey Now: Nicolas Roy was the catcher when the Toronto Maple Leafs finally traded Mitch Marner. Now, he may be on the move again – and to another Canadian team.

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Some around the NFL are keeping a close eye on the Philadelphia Eagles for a potential trade or two this offseason. After all, Eagles general manager Howie Roseman has been known to make some moves.

While the trade of AJ Brown will certainly garner more headlines, there has been no update on his potential availability. The Eagles want good players and Brown certainly fits the bill.

Meanwhile, there are other Eagles players who could generate trade interest, including backup quarterback Tanner McKee.

according to athleticAccording to Jack Rosenblatt, trading for McKee could be costly. He believes the Eagles cannot part with the 25-year-old for anything less than a third-round pick.

Rosenblatt wrote, “I think people are underestimating how much it might cost to get McKee.” “Yeah, he’s unproven, but the Eagles are Very High on Mackie. I don’t know if they’re selling him for less than a third-round pick – and even that might not be enough.

Mackie has started two games and is going 1-1 in the process. He has completed 61.4% of his passes while throwing for five touchdowns and one interception with the Eagles.

McKee is entering the final year of his rookie contract. Still, as mentioned, the Eagles hold him in high regard. If Hearts were to miss time through injury, they would rely on McKee as a capable replacement to lead a winning effort.

With many other moving parts on the QB carousel, including the availability of Kyler Murray, the Eagles may have to wait a while to determine McKee’s true value. For now, it’s hard to imagine that any team would be willing to offer a third-round pick for a player with 88 passing attempts in his career.

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Former NBA center Kendrick Perkins criticized Steve Kerr following the Golden State Warriors’ decision to trade Jonathan Kuminga to the Atlanta Hawks.

Speaking on the latest episode of the Road Trippin’ Show, Perkins questioned Kerr’s confidence in Kuminga’s ability after the 23-year-old’s strong debut in Atlanta.

“We knew Jonathan Kuminga’s ceiling was high. Steph Curry knew it, Draymond Green knew it, Jimmy Butler knew it. The only guy who didn’t believe it was Steve Kerr.”

The Warriors dealt Kuminga and Buddy Hield to Atlanta in exchange for Kristaps Porzingis, a move that reshaped Golden State’s roster as it attempts to remain competitive in the Western Conference. Kuminga, the No. 7 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, had shown flashes of his athleticism and scoring ability during his time with Golden State, but often played up-and-down minutes within Kerr’s rotation.

Since joining the Hawks, Kuminga has provided immediate production. Through three games – including one start – he is averaging 21.3 points, 6.1 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 26.7 minutes per contest. He has shot 67.7% from the field, 55.6% from three-point range and 77.3% from the free-throw line during that period.

Jonathan Kuminga’s fast start with Hawks prompts scrutiny of Warriors’ decision

Atlanta has won all three games with Kuminga in the lineup, highlighted by a 135-101 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. The Hawks improved to 31–31 on the season and are currently ninth in the Eastern Conference standings.

Perkins’ comments show that several prominent Warriors, including Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, believed in Kuminga’s rise. His comments defined the trade as a missed opportunity for Golden State to further develop the youth within their system.

Meanwhile, the Warriors (31-30) have suffered two consecutive losses, including a 114-101 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday after blowing a 17-point lead. Golden State continues to search for stability as it slips in the Western Conference standings.

As Kuminga has had early success in Atlanta, the trade has drawn renewed scrutiny, with Perkins openly questioning whether Kerr had maximized the forward’s role before the organization moved on.

The St. Louis Blues and Buffalo Sabers are working on a trade that will shock the entire NHL. As TSN’s Darren Dreger reports, trade talks between the Blues and Sabers involving Robert Thomas are “heating up.” St.Louis is serious about trading Thomas after weeks of speculation.

As The Athletic’s Chris Johnston reports, Buffalo has been viewed as a “dark horse team” for the Blues center in the NHL. Other teams have also been linked to Thomas, such as the Utah Mammoth and Boston Bruins. Right now, the Sabers may be close to a deal for one of the best NHL players on the block.

The 26-year-old center will ignite Buffalo’s offense, giving the team a better chance to make the Stanley Cup playoffs. After years of selling off elite players, Buffalo may be on the opposite side of a transaction. After all, Thomas has been an 80-point player in the past two seasons, and he has scored at least 21 goals in this period.

St. Louis will likely get a massive move for Thomas, possibly including multiple first-round picks and prospects. The St. Louis center moving to Buffalo would likely open the door to NHL trades, with Eastern Conference teams struggling to respond. However, there is nothing pending at this time.

Thomas has 12 goals and 35 points in 43 games this season as the Blues look to sell before the NHL trade deadline. The St. Louis center is likely to be traded in the next few days, and the Sabers are heavily in the mix. If Buffalo can get this deal across the finish line, it could be the catalyst to end the 14-year-old playoff draft.

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The Montreal Canadiens are reportedly involved in a trade discussion with the Los Angeles Kings, with Habs forward Patrik Laine at the center of a potential deal.

It’s rumor season, so we should take some of these reports seriously, but according to David Pagnotta, the Kings have drawn interest from other NHL teams in the line.

business discussion around #GoHabsGo Winger Patrik Laine has learned a little more, and I’m told #GoKingsGo Circling back to that. Other teams are also in the mix. We’ll see if Montreal retains 50% of his $8.7 million AAV, but expectations are high that he’ll be moved this week.

– David Pagnotta (@TheFourthPeriod) 3 March 2026

Pagnotta mentioned the possibility that the Canadiens could retain 50% of Line’s contract to facilitate a deal.

Line is on the final year of an eight-year contract that has an annual average value of $8.7 million, however, it is important to remember that if teams trade for him before the March 6 NHL trade deadline, they will not be in trouble for the entire contract.

Contracts are based on days a player has spent with a team, not entire years, and given that there will be 22% of the schedule left to play after the deadline, Line’s deal would only have a cap hit of $1.9 million, give or take a few thousand dollars.

This will make it a little easier to move the line, although it’s obviously not a straightforward situation given the line’s injury history and lack of success at 5v5.

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On the other side of the coin, Laine still has one of the best shots in the NHL, making him a very useful tool for a team looking to add a dominant presence on the power play. Los Angeles has one of the worst power plays in the league at 13.9% efficiency, which is only good for 28th in the league. This is one of the driving forces behind their disappointing season. For now, Los Angeles is looking for a Western Conference playoff sprint, but they are still in the race. They are just four points behind the Edmonton Oilers for the final wild card spot with a game in hand.

The Kings currently have plenty of cap space, about $11 million, meaning they don’t have to convince the Habs to retain some portion of the contract to ensure a deal.

The Canadiens only have $1.4 million in available money, making retention a less than ideal situation for a team that is also looking to upgrade some positions. If the Habs intend to deal Patrik Laine, and other teams insist on retention, they may look to a team like the Vancouver Canucks to facilitate a deal.

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The Boston Bruins are looking for some upgrades ahead of the 2026 NHL trade deadline. Boston holds the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference with 71 points. However, the Bruins have several needs, such as a top-4 right-shot defenseman and options to improve their blue line and offensive depth.

Below, we’ll break down the five best trade targets for Boston ahead of the 2026 NHL trade deadline!

Robert Thomas, St. Louis Blues

Robert Thomas would give Boston an incredible update at the center position. With prospects like Mathieu Poitras and Dean Letourneau, the St. Louis Blues will be able to get the breakthrough they are looking for with Thomas. That would be a steep price, but the Blues center would look good in Bruins colors.

Connor Garland, Vancouver Canucks

Connor Garland will give Boston more offensive depth moving forward. The Vancouver Canucks are the worst team in the NHL and are set to trade most of their roster. Attack isn’t as big a need as defence, but the Canucks forward would be a great addition moving forward.

Colton Parayko, St. Louis Blues

Colton Parayko is an ideal target for the Bruins before Friday’s deadline. Boston needs a top-4 right-shot defenseman, and Parayko would be an excellent replacement for former Bruin Brandon Carlo. The St. Louis defenseman is estimated to have a lot of suitors, but the price would be reasonable.

McKenzie Weegar, Calgary Flames

McKenzie Weegar would be a great pick this season, but there are some negative factors in the future. Weegar is 32 years old and is under contract for the 2030-31 season with a $6.25 million cap hit. The Calgary Flames defenseman is good enough to anchor the Bruins’ defence, and although his play may decline in the coming years, this would be a multi-year solution.

Justin Faulk, St. Louis Blues

Justin Faulk continues the trend of strong St. Louis options for Boston ahead of the NHL trade deadline. Faulk has a strong 2025-26 NHL season, providing strong offense and defense. The Blues defenseman is arguably the best option for the Bruins, and can take this team to the next level moving forward.

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The Atlanta Braves got more tough news on Tuesday, but it could open the door to a bold trade the club should seriously consider.

The past few weeks have been tough for the Braves. They entered 2026 spring training with legitimate expectations of being a problem in the NL East this season. However, they were immediately dealt a serious blow when it was revealed that Hurston Waldrep and Spencer Schwellenbach both required surgery on their pitching elbows, which could force them out for much, if not all, of this season.

Still, the bad news doesn’t end there. On Tuesday, ESPN first reported that outfielder Jurickson Profar would be handed a 162-game ban after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug. It is his second suspension after missing 80 games due to a positive test last year. However, there is a bright side to this news.

According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Braves will save $18 million as Profar serves his unpaid suspension. The 33-year-old was scheduled to earn $15 million, but they would save more because Atlanta was “above the luxury-tax threshold and paying 20 percent for every dollar they were over.”

Following this news, ESPN MLB insider Buster Olney suggested that the team could use the new money and try to target options to replace Schwellenbach and Waldrep. That would definitely make sense. However, they need to add an outfielder and a meaningful bat to the lineup.

Atlanta Braves should target Jaren Duran trade after Jurickson Profar’s suspension

That’s why it makes sense to trade for one-time All-Star Jarren Duran of the Boston Red Sox. The outfielder was linked to trade rumors throughout the offseason but remains in Beantown. Although the Sox may be willing to move him, the reason they won’t do so is because they want something meaningful in return because he is a good player and under team control until 2028.

The Braves are in need of an outfielder, and Duran would be a potential core member of their revamped lineup as well as a very affordable option for the next few seasons. They may have to part with one or two notable prospects in the deal. However, the price will be worth it to land a young impactful player who can be a meaningful part of a team that has a real chance to become the dark horse in the NL this year.

Plus, they’ll actually save money while getting better in the outfield or at designated hitter.

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The St. Louis Blues could trade Robert Thomas before Friday’s NHL trade deadline. With St. Louis out of the playoff race, Thomas is in trade talks, and the possibility of him playing in a new city is increasing. The 26-year-old center may be the best NHL player to be traded this week.

Below, we consider the five best landing spots for Thomas if the Blues trade him for a big deal!

colorado avalanche

The Colorado Avalanche will be a surprising destination, but the fit will be fantastic. Colorado could use an upgrade at center behind Nathan MacKinnon and Brock Nelson, and Thomas would give the team a fearsome third line. It will be a complicated deal in financial matters, but it will be worth it.

detroit red wings

The Detroit Red Wings are one of the few teams that has the assets and need for Thomas. Detroit could use two first-round picks with Nate Danielson or Marco Casper. The St. Louis center would immediately become one of Detroit’s core players, and solidify the organization’s push for the Stanley Cup playoffs.

boston bruins

The Boston Bruins could use some more help at center as their push for the Stanley Cup playoffs continues in March. After trading Brad Marchand last season, acquiring Thomas would be a great way to get rid of trade deadline troubles. St. Louis is demanding a major deal and Boston should be able to meet their wishes.

utah mammoth

Utah mammoths are on the hunt. Utah needs another top-six center long-term and, like Detroit, it has the financial and asset flexibility to make a deal with St. Louis. Thomas would be a perfect fit with Mammoth and a long-term partnership would be desirable for both parties.

Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs are not officially out of playoff contention, but their chances are getting worse week by week. By acquiring Thomas, Toronto will find itself poised to make a massive move while improving its positioning for the 2026-27 NHL season. The Maple Leafs are more likely to be sellers, but don’t miss the opportunity for a long-term key player.

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The Edmonton Oilers are one of the bigger teams to keep an eye on at the NHL trade deadline. As of Tuesday, March 3, Edmonton holds the final wild card spot. However, the lack of production from its goalkeepers is a major problem. So, what’s the latest on the Oilers’ trade plans for the goalie over the next few days?

Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman believes Edmonton has accomplished its goal, as explained on the 32 Thoughts Podcast. One of the Oilers’ main goaltenders, Connor Ingram, has a .894 save percentage and recently allowed five goals against the San Jose Sharks. Meanwhile, Tristan Jarry has a .863 save percentage since arriving in Edmonton.

Jerry spent his entire career with the Pittsburgh Penguins before being traded for goaltender Stuart Skinner. Over the past four games, the Edmonton goalkeeper has had 18 goals and not conceded two of them. Needless to say, this has been a major weakness for the Oilers during the 2025-26 NHL season.

There are several goaltenders available, such as the Florida Panthers’ Sergei Bobrovsky, but Edmonton seems content with filling other needs such as defence. On Monday, the Oilers acquired defenseman Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks for a 2028 second-round pick. Better defense can help score better goals.

While acquiring a better goaltender should be Edmonton’s top priority, that doesn’t seem to be the case heading into Friday’s trade deadline. The Oilers are likely working with Ingram and Jarry, while Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are expected to provide more help moving forward.

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As Darius Garland made his debut for the Los Angeles Clippers in a 114-101 win over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night, the star spoke after an outing that was highly anticipated. With Garland coming off the bench for the Clippers in his debut, there is no denying the work he needs to do to refine himself after missing significant time.

In the win, Garland recorded 12 points on four of nine shooting from the field, two of seven from three-point range, to go with two assists and two rebounds, while committing five turnovers. Garland would say that his debut was focused on “adjusting” to his new surroundings.

“Just getting adjusted,” Garland said, according to The Athletic’s Law Murray. “Getting adjusted to L.A., getting to know the people. Getting to know the staff, everyone around the organization, and just trying to get back to me… Yeah, man, it’s definitely good to be out there with the people. Especially getting a win, my first win with the Clips. It’s a blessing.”

🆕 @athletic

Darius Garland came off the bench in a month-long Clippers debut. The Clippers were down by 17 and Garland’s first minutes were very bad

And then Garland started playing with Kawhi Leonard and Kris Dunn. Beginning of PG in GS inside DG 👉🏾 pic.twitter.com/0ncau2yjYu

– Law Murray 🕯️ (@LawMurrayTheNU) 3 March 2026

Darius Garland’s Clippers debut gets off to a great start

While a toe injury kept Garland from making his Clippers debut since he was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a deal involving James Harden, he was rough to start, even drawing major attention from the Warriors on defense.

“Yeah, I wasn’t expecting to get blitzed after a month off,” Garland said, via Murray. “But Steve Kerr always had something up his sleeve.”

After playing more minutes, it was noticeable that the 26-year-old was becoming more comfortable, with Garland even saying he believed the “cobwebs” had been removed.

“That second half, that’s when it really started,” Garland said. “KD [Kris Dunn] Came inside, some big thefts took place. Jordan [Miller] …Yanic [Konan Niederhauser] Played your butt. and ‘whi [Kawhi Leonard] There’s definitely going to be a ‘whi’.

Garland will look to further improve as the remainder of Los Angeles’ season progresses, with the next game coming on Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers, as the team currently holds a 29-31 record.

Now that the NFL Scouting Combine is over, the football world is back to one of the biggest topics of the offseason: Max Crosby’s status with the Las Vegas Raiders. Crosby has reportedly told the team that he will not play another snap with the team, and other reports have indicated that he has done the same with the Raiders.

While new head coach Clint Kubiak has made it known that he wants the five-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher on the team. However, the Raiders have reportedly set a price tag in a potential Crosby trade, looking for two first-round picks and a player similar to what the Cowboys got for the Micah Parsons trade. However, Crosby is two years older than Parsons.

Nevertheless, according to Albert Breyer Sports IllustratedThere may be some news soon on the Crosby trade front. Breyer says he would “probably lean toward the Crosby trade happening this week.”

Breere listed the Bears, Bills, Cowboys, Eagles, Patriots, Rams and Ravens as teams that are “keeping an eye on Crosby’s availability.” He further said that it would be “difficult” for the Raiders to get the type of trade return that the Cowboys got for Parsons a year ago.

In other words, he doesn’t think the Raiders can get two first-round picks for Crosby, but that doesn’t mean they won’t try. The Raiders should have no trouble securing a first-round selection, as well as a replacement for one of the game’s best pass-rushers, but the top two selections appear to be a stretch.

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It looks like this Friday could be a boom or bust day for the New Jersey Devils. You come to a general English class. You’re in a weird situation where they know the roster – or at least the core – has massively underachieved this year. To be frank, they should have been in the playoffs. So what do they do? Are they in a sellers’ market? Or are they already adjusting to the transformative heat. Probably, they don’t do anything.

It all depends on who is running the roster, and there is no reason to believe it isn’t Tom Fitzgerald. We will see.

In Link, six players could move out and where they could land.

Elsewhere, there will be plenty of discussion on NHL trade leading up to Friday.

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New Jersey Hockey Now: The 2026 NHL trade deadline is fast approaching. Between now and Friday, which Devils might step up? We played matchmaker with six freaks, including Dougie Hamilton and Dawson Mercer.

Here’s some good news. It appears the Devils may have something to do with Mattyas Melowski, who signed him to his entry-level contract.

📺 Devils Rink Report: On Friday’s Devils Rink Report, NHL Insider David Pagnotta joins me to discuss the possibility of a Dougie Hamilton trade. After those rumors quieted down at the beginning of winter, things have resurfaced somewhat.

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Chicago Hockey Now: The first significant trade of the week went down yesterday, when the Chicago Blackhawks traded Connor Murphy to the Edmonton Oilers.

Forever Blueshirts: Vincent Trocheck hears the rumors. He spoke openly about the possibility of a New York Rangers trade – which is very likely at this point – stating that he wants to win a Stanley Cup.

The Athletic ($): Speaking of Rangers, here’s the latest on Adam Fox’s questionable future.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: So, the Pittsburgh Penguins are short Sidney Crosby, but he’ll be back. And they are still winning without their captain. So, despite the belief that they have proven to be a playoff team, what is their NHL trade deadline plan?

Colorado Hockey Now: Is Nazem Kadri finally heading back to the Colorado Avalanche? Reportedly these talks are gaining momentum.

SportsNote: Florida Panthers could trade Sergei Bobrovsky. Here are five destinations it can reach.

Philly Hockey Now: Here’s the latest on Rasmus Ristolainen and the Eastern Conference team that has joined the arms race for the Philadelphia Flyers defenseman.

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The Dallas Cowboys are in for another expensive offseason. They are already locked in contract negotiations with a star who wants the highest salary at his position. There may also be a deadlock over the contract of another superstar coming after a year of his career.

The Cowboys have already placed the franchise tag on second-team All-Pro wide receiver George Pickens. The tag for receivers pays Pickens $27 million, well below the market rate of $40 million for superstar receivers. Pickens ranks third in the NFL with 1,429 receiving yards this season, and he will still be only 25 when the 2026 season starts.

Players generally want to avoid the franchise tag, and the same may be the case with Pickens. After all, a long-term contract at a higher rate will provide greater long-term financial security than a one-year deal below market value.

However, placing the franchise tag may not be the last we hear from the Cowboys regarding Pickens’ status this offseason.

According to NFL insider Tony Pauline of Essential Sports, the Cowboys could also trade Pickens now that they have franchise-tagged him.

The Packers used this mentality to tag and trade Davante Adams to the Raiders in 2022. However, the Cowboys have shown no signs of Pickens being available this offseason. Sure, it’s a great way to create leverage, but Pickens appears destined to remain in Dallas until at least 2026.

Perhaps the Cowboys can dispel these silly rumors by getting their new superstar receiver under contract for just over the 2026 season, where he and CeeDee Lamb will form one of the NFL’s best receiver tandems for years to come.

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Last year, when the New York Jets decided they would not move forward with Aaron Rodgers, it was clear they needed a new starting quarterback. The Jets decided to take a chance on former first-round pick Justin Fields. He was signed to a two-year, $40 million contract and can now be released after one season.

For the second year in a row, the Jets are in need of a new franchise quarterback. Still, as Jets fans well know, it can be difficult to figure out, especially this year.

One quarterback is widely projected to be a first-round pick (Fernando Mendoza), and barring a shocking surprise, he is expected to be selected by the Las Vegas Raiders with the first overall pick. Meanwhile, the Jets have the No. 2 overall pick and a clear need at QB, but have no one eligible for the selection.

However, according to Jets general manager Darren Maugy, New York will “absolutely” try to trade up for the top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. However, Jets fans shouldn’t get their hopes up by dreaming of drafting Mendoza, because as Maugi said, “I don’t think it’s happening.” Unless, of course, Mendoza took the absurd advice of one of the teams he spoke to at the NFL Scouting Combine.

“Sure, we’ll talk about all those things, but I don’t think that’s what’s happening,” Maugi said.

Maugi and Raiders general manager John Spytek are still friends from their days working together at the Broncos. But just because they’re old friends doesn’t mean Spytek will do the Jets any favors for the upcoming NFL Draft. In other words, the Jets will have to find their next QB elsewhere.

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The Minnesota Wild are looking for an upgrade at center by the NHL trade deadline. After trading for defenseman Quinn Hughes, the Wild hope to complete their roster to make a big push at the Stanley Cup. Now, Minnesota is being linked to a big trade of the Olympic gold medalist to Team USA.

Minnesota is still in pursuit of New York Rangers center Vincent Trocheck, reports Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet on TNT. Trocheck, who was part of the Olympic gold medal team for the United States at the 2026 Winter Olympics, is the main focus of New York’s trade deadline plans.

The 32-year-old center has 12 goals and 38 points in 45 games with New York this season. Despite New York’s struggles, Trocheck is still performing at an elite level, especially on the power play. Trocheck is a top-six option for a Stanley Cup-caliber team, and Minnesota would be a perfect fit.

Hughes, along with Kirill Kaprizov, Matt Boldy and Brock Faber, have the Wild poised for big performances in the Western Conference. The Minnesota trade for Trocheck would officially solidify their place among Stanley Cup contending teams. Currently, the Wild are in third place in the Central Division with 80 points.

Trocheck is under contract for the 2028–29 NHL season with a $5.625 million cap hit. The 32-year-old center is still performing at a high level, and his cap hit is good for teams to acquire. Minnesota has been searching for an elite center since December, and Trocheck would check the box.

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The Florida Panthers are out of playoff contention by several games, and Sergei Bobrovsky could be on the move. Bobrovsky is in the final campaign of a seven-year contract with a $10 million cap hit. At 38 years old, the Florida goaltender hasn’t been as sharp during the 2025-26 NHL season, but joining a team more capable of making the playoffs could improve his game.

Below, we consider the five best landing spots for Bobrovsky if the Panthers trade Bobrovsky at the NHL trade deadline!

edmonton oilers

The Edmonton Oilers need a goaltender, whether it’s Sergei Bobrovsky or someone else. Edmonton players have expressed concern over their current goaltender situation, as the team has allowed more than five goals in two of the last three games. Bobrowski is known for leveling up in the playoffs, and he can lead Edmonton to the Stanley Cup.

montreal canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens could use an upgrade in their goaltending room before the NHL trade deadline. Jacob Fowler is considered a long-term option at goaltender, but Bobrowski would give Montreal a short-term boost. This will still preserve the crease for the future. Whether it’s Bobrowski or not, the Canadiens could use an upgrade with the playoffs in the picture.

carolina storm

The Carolina Hurricanes have Brandon Bussy as their goaltender, but acquiring Bobrowski would give the team another option. Following Pyotr Kochetkov’s surgery, Carolina’s goaltender depth was tested by placing Bussi in the lead role. It’s not a desperate need, but Bobrowski will help the Hurricanes over the next 20 games.

vegas golden knights

The Vegas Golden Knights could use an upgrade at the goalie position. While Adin Hill’s save percentage has been over .900 for the past seven years, it has dropped to .858 during the 2025–26 season. With Hill and Carter Hart struggling, Bobrowski could use a change of scenery.

san jose sharks

The San Jose Sharks are trying to make a playoff run, and acquiring Bobrowski could take them to the next level. Yaroslav Askarov and Alex Nedeljkovic are not a Stanley Cup-winning duo, but the Panthers goaltender will become the primary option. The trade package will likely only be big for a few games, but San Jose needs an upgrade.

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The New Jersey Devils’ win over the weekend doesn’t change anything. It is likely that they will come up with some things by Friday, including some names that can be considered.

NHL insider David Pagnotta joined me on Friday’s podcast to discuss Dawson Mercer and how his name has come up several times. You can find the YouTube link to that conversation below.

Also below, how other teams view Dougie Hamilton.

Elsewhere, a Vincent Trocheck reunion? Auston Matthews calls Toronto, and Igor Shesterkin claims “not English.”

Let’s do that hockey.

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The Athletic ($): Regardless of how you feel about Dougie Hamilton’s play, he is still viewed as a top-pairing defenseman in the league. That’s why he can still expect a solid return at the 2026 NHL trade deadline.

📺 Devils Rink Report: On Friday’s episode of Devils Rink Report, NHL insider David Pagnotta talked about where he thinks the core and its surrounding big names can move forward. Dawson Mercer as a bubble core guy is a name that has come up a few times.

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Forever Blueshirts: Igor Shesterkin has done this before. And now, he has done it again. The Russian goaltender was injured and unavailable to speak when the New York Rangers published the letter waving the white flag on their season. Recently, when asked about this, he jokingly said that he “does not know English.”

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Another great win for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Here’s how they survive without Sidney Crosby.

Florida Hockey Now: Man, Matthew Schaefer is incredible, isn’t he? However, their heroics on Long Island defeated the defending Stanley Cup champions, who see their season come to an end. Do the Florida Panthers have any reason to keep believing?

Detroit Hockey Now: Here are some of the top centers on the NHL trade market right now. So, what are the Detroit Red Wings willing to sacrifice for what?

Toronto Hockey Now: As the season winds down, Auston Matthews says the Toronto Maple Leafs are “embarrassing.”

Carolina Hockey Now: Could they be a reunion for Vincent Trocheck? Reports suggest that the Carolina Hurricanes are one of the teams pursuing him before the deadline.

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The Milwaukee Bucks are in no position to make fun of other teams, considering the franchise is on life support amid the many trade rumors swirling around Giannis Antetokounmpo.

And they’re certainly in no position to mock the Chicago Bulls’ deal before the trade deadline, as they lost to Chicago by 23 points on Sunday night when the Bulls outscored them 33-8 in the fourth quarter, including a 27-0 lead.

However, the basketball gods remember everything, and they certainly didn’t forget what Bucks head coach Doc Rivers said before their contest on Sunday. Before their game against the Bulls, Rivers mocked Chicago’s trade deadline moves.

According to The Big’s Drew Stevens, in response to a question about how much the Bulls have changed, Rivers said, “Yeah, they added 17 more guards.”

It’s a bit of a trend to make fun of the Bulls, but the Bucks had to back up their head coach and they didn’t. Chicago may have added 17 or maybe even 67 guards, but in the end, a win is a win. And on Sunday night, Milwaukee was on the verge of defeat.

The boxes are stuck in limbo

The Bucks have few draft assets and Antetokounmpo should move with a trade demand and not much in the way of solid young prospects to make the team. Kevin Porter Jr. and Ryan Rollins are two of the best young players on the team, and their long-term position home appears to be the same (point guard).

The Bucks will have no choice but to try to remain semi-competitive for at least the next few years, as they don’t control their future first-round picks until 2031. Until then, they will have to avoid the defeat they suffered against the Bulls on Sunday at all costs if they want to.

Th-th- That’s all friends. The Toronto Maple Leafs have shown us who they are in three miserable performances after the Olympic break. They are in last place again in the Atlantic Division, going 14–5 in three losses to the Panthers, Lightning and Senators.

That three-game winning streak going on hiatus? A distant memory. Coincidentally, the same can be said about their nine-year playoff appearance streak. They remain eight points behind the wild card. According to MoneyPuck, Toronto only has a 1.2% chance of making the postseason dance. That’s (marginally) better than only five other teams: the Devils, Blackhawks, Blues, Rangers and Canucks.

The Leafs can now focus on doing what needs to be done – selling almost anything over the next six days, not limited to Friday’s trade deadline. With the barren state of their property cupboards, they need to re-stock big time.

More than a dozen Leafs are now on the trade block

Insider Elliotte Friedman said on Hockey Night in Canada Saturday night that almost everyone is at the table…well, About Everyone.

The buzz now about the Maple Leafs is that they will expand the scope of what they will consider. Now, I don’t think it’s (Auston) Matthews or (William) Nylander or anything like that. But like I said, the buzz around them is that they’re expanding their ideas about what they can consider. They’re talking a little more about term players.

In other words, it’s not just pending unrestricted free agents like Bobby McMann and Scott Lawton. In fact, there are at least 13 leaves on the Daily Faceoff’s latest trade board. According to Matt Larkin, the list looks like this, in order of trade possibility:

• Bobby McMann
• simon benoit
• Scott Laughton
• brandon carlo
• Jarnkrok Street
• Oliver Ekman-Larsen
• nick robertson
• max domi
• Matthias Maccelli
• Anthony Stolarz
• nicholas roy
• Morgan Reilly
• troy stitcher

Reilly, with his no-move clause and $7.5M AAV, appears to be more of an offseason discussion. All of those names have very reasonable cap hits and could be easily moved.

Are there any leaves there? Will not done be dealt with?

Perhaps it would have been easier to list players who are not expected to be dealt. If we go by the daily faceoff table, those names will be as follows:

• auston matthews
• William Nylander
• Matthew Neese
• John Tavares
• Easton Cowan
• Jake McCabe
• chris tanev
• dakota joshua
• Joseph Voll
• dennis hildeby

The list seems long, but the fact is that all but four of them have no-move or no-trade clauses. Additionally, in the cases of Tanev and Joshua, injury concerns would deter any potentially interested parties. There are also reports circulating that Woll is actually the more likely candidate to move among the goaltenders, as his trade value is much higher than Stolarz at this point.

All hands on deck, as the good ship the Maple Leaf is on a arduous voyage over the next six days. Perhaps even more difficult than the five months before this.

Josh Minot played extended minutes for the first time with the Brooklyn Nets on Friday. While the Nets were thoroughly embarrassed during their 148-111 blowout loss to the Boston Celtics, Minot surprised everyone with his play against his former team.

The trade deadline acquisition was one of Brooklyn’s only bright spots, posting nine points and two rebounds on 4-of-7 shooting in 16 minutes off the bench.

“It’s just me trying to play basketball to the best of my ability,” Minot said after the game. “Being here I know a little bit about the enemy’s tactics, but overall I’m just trying to play as hard as I can for my team, my coaches and trying to play the Brooklyn way.”

Minot showcased his athletic talent and two-way versatility against his former teammates. The 6-foot-8 forward was comfortable making plays off the dribble, breaking down Boston’s defense on two possessions, leading to easy Brooklyn buckets. He also threw down a poster dunk over Celtics rookie Hugo Gonzalez early in the game.

Josh Minot looks very comfortable creating bounces. pic.twitter.com/WiPrHfWV3B

– Eric Slater (@erikslater_) 28 February 2026

Josh Minot looks very comfortable creating bounces. pic.twitter.com/WiPrHfWV3B

– Eric Slater (@erikslater_) 28 February 2026

Minot has impressed for the Celtics early this season.

Josh Minot impresses during first extended minutes with Nets after trade from Celtics

The 23-year-old averaged 6.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 0.8 steals in 18.5 minutes per game in his first 27 appearances with Boston. He shot 50.8 percent from the field and 44.4 percent from three on 7.1 attempts per 100 possessions during that span.

However, he fell out of Boston’s rotation as the team got healthy. The Celtics salary-dumped Minot to the Nets in exchange for $110,000 at the deadline to get out of the luxury tax.

Minot played three games with Brooklyn’s G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, before being called up Thursday. Jordi Fernandez hinted that the fourth-year forward could be in line for an extended NBA audition.

Fernandez said, “He played in Long Island, did a great job. We needed him to be in game shape and I think he took advantage of those minutes and now he’s ready to play here. So, very happy with him and trying to help him develop and see what we got.” “[Josh is a] Great personality. You can tell he’s been a teammate in the group for a long time, the way he’s blended in right away. He knew what we were about. I sat down with them in my office, and sometimes you feel like it’s going to be a quick conversation, and all of a sudden, we’re talking for about 20-30 minutes, and it was cool getting to know these guys. The reality of the NBA, sometimes trades happen, and it can be weird, but it’s part of it. And he’s done a great job of trying to be a part of it [here] right away.”

With the Nets tanking, Minot should continue to see heavy minutes as the season progresses. He has a $2.6 million team option for 2026–27.

Here are the Montreal Canadiens news items, stories and content you may have missed on Friday.

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With the NHL trade deadline a week away, we’ll be taking a look at many of the rumors regarding the Canadiens soon, but for now, we can discuss one of the most recent talking points. Elliotte Friedman linked the Habs to Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen, however, it is important to note that he did not suggest this was a solid report. Friedman made it clear that a player like Ristolainen could be of interest to the Habs, but that’s about it.

“Canadians, I think they’ve seen some of these D’s,” Friedman said on his latest edition of the 32 Thoughts podcast. “People like Ristolainen, or, people like him.”

He is a big, right-handed defenseman, the type of player that will interest most NHL teams, however, he also has a $5.1 million cap hit that runs through 2026-27. Given his recent decline in underlying numbers, not to mention the fact that he’s on the wrong side of 30, I have a hard time believing the Habs are interested in paying a high price for a player like him.

Friedman on 32TP: “Canadiens: I think they’ve seen some of these guys like D, Ristolainen..”

– NHL Watcher (@NHL_Watcher) 27 February 2026

With only two players left to appear in our annual Top 20 Montreal Canadiens prospect rankings, we’ve reached one of the most important young players in the system: netminder Jacob Fowler. All things considered, he has shown that he can be a dominant presence in every league from the USHL to the NHL, but we should be wary of thrusting him into the NHL spotlight too quickly. He still needs to absorb as much experience as possible in the AHL before the pressure of becoming Montreal’s starter comes. [Canadiens Top 20 Prospects – No. 2 Stoic Fowler]

Craig Button suggested the Canadiens should trade for Sergei Bobrovsky, a goaltender who comes with a $10 million cap hit, and currently has the same save percentage as Samuel Montembeault (.874). With all due respect to Craig, this is a questionable suggestion that will not improve the team while forcing them to move assets to absorb his expensive contract. At best, this is a lateral move.

“If I were Montreal I would consider acquiring Bobrovsky. Montembeault lost him again last night,” Craig Button now @sports1440

-Jason Gregor (@JasonGregor) 27 February 2026

The Laval Rocket are finding ways to win despite missing half their roster. OK, that’s an exaggeration, but when they faced the Rochester Americans they were without Adam Engstrom, Jacob Fowler, Florian Czekaj and Laurent Dauphin, among others. Toby Bisson (3), Joshua Roy (14), Vincent Arseneau (5), Samuel Blais (5,6), Alex Belzile (25), Philippe Messer (7), Owen Beck (7), and Will Dineen found the back of the net for the Rockets as Laval emerged victorious 9–3.

This Samuel is patient 🚨
Blazer takes its time 🚨

LOW 4 – 3 ROC pic.twitter.com/4MJmI36zlD

– Rocket de Laval (@RocketLaval) 28 February 2026

Shocking or not, Michael Hayes improved his season numbers on Friday night. The dynamic prospect now has 13 goals and 33 assists in just 34 games. For context, Hayes scored 13 goals and 21 assists in 33 games during his rookie season with the University of Michigan.

Habs give Michigan chances to score with help from Michael Hayes

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– /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) 28 February 2026

ICYMI: Rounding out the top 3 of our Montreal Canadiens prospect rankings is talented winger Alexander Zarovsky, who is enjoying a great rookie season in the KHL. He is a dynamic presence in the offensive zone, and the fact that he is performing in a professional hockey league at such a young age is worthy of praise. [Canadiens Top 20 Prospects – No. 3 Brilliant Alexander Zharovsky]

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Is general manager Tom Fitzgerald still considering a Steven Stamkos, New Jersey Devils trade? Earlier in 2025–26, it was reported that the Devils were considering the two-time Stanley Cup champion as a trade target amid the struggles in Nashville. However, due to the emergence of Stamkos after early season struggles, the Predators have turned things around. [New Jersey Devils]

Brett Kulak was a perfect fit. In his first game with the Avalanche, a day after being traded from the Pittsburgh Penguins, Kulak quietly had a solid defensive night for the Avs. More importantly, he looked to play well with Sam Malinsky on the third pairing, while also linking up with Josh Manson, among others. [Colorado Avalanche]

Before he got the chance to skate with the Pittsburgh Penguins in training camp, winger Justin Brazeau was used to hearing from coach Dan Muse. It wasn’t all that much, just a conversation between a player looking to make a jump in his career and a rookie NHL head coach. [San Jose Sharks]

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Is general manager Tom Fitzgerald still considering a Steven Stamkos, New Jersey Devils trade?

Earlier in 2025–26, it was reported that the Devils were considering the two-time Stanley Cup champion as a trade target amid the struggles in Nashville.

However, due to the emergence of Stamkos after early season struggles, the Predators have turned things around.

Now, Stamkos is on pace to score 41 goals by the end of the season, and has scored 29 goals in 58 games so far.

The Predators are sitting out of the playoffs, two points removed from the second wild card spot in the West which is occupied by the Seattle Kraken.

However, GM Barry Trotz’s time in Nashville is coming to an end, and the Predators organization could be headed in a whole new direction.

Thus, insider Pierre LeBrun revealed to TSN Insider Trading that although Stamkos is happy to stay where he is, he and his agent have prepared destinations for which the 35-year-old sniper would consider waiving his full no-move clause.

“Steven Stamkos has an absolute no-move clause,” LeBrun began. “Here’s what’s happening. He controls his destiny here and he’s not asking out. Stamkos is happy in Nashville. But, in preparation for if Predators management goes to him before next Friday and says, ‘We have some offers on the table,’ I’m told Stamkos and his camp have prepared themselves. And they’ve prepared themselves by making a list of preferred destinations. I’m told that’s at the top of the list. There’s Tampa Bay, then Dallas, and then Minnesota. There are three teams on that list.

Although the Lightning, Stars and Wild top Stamkos’ list, there is another team the sniper will consider.

“To some extent, New Jersey,” LeBrun said. “The Devils tried to sign him two years ago. But, of course, it’s the Lightning, Stars and Wild. Keep in mind, I think this is more likely a summer discussion, a summer trade. But, prepare yourself for that possibility.”

So, here’s the thing. Clearly, the Devils are not making the postseason this year. This will be the beginning of a summer in New Jersey in which one will have to evaluate what went wrong in a year where expectations were so high.

Those evaluations will also include GM and head coach Sheldon Keefe.

Fitzgerald’s previous interest in Stamkos is well documented. It is logical for the devils to also be interested in it. They currently rank last among the 32 NHL clubs in goals-per-game (2.46), and Stamkos brings a huge source of firepower.

Here’s what we know. New Jersey Hockey Now has learned that although the 2025-26 season was a complete failure, management believes it is a blip on the radar.

The belief is that with the right retool, they can come back and compete next season, especially under the leadership of Jack Hughes – who, supposedly, has to stay healthy.

The Devils have been looking for the right player for a very long time to be their franchise forward and skate on a proper first line in New Jersey with Jesper Bratt.

Hughes and Bratt feeding Stamkos the puck to shoot makes all the sense in the world. However, it depends on the cost acquisition. In fact, it also depends on who will decide when the season ends.

So yes. New Jersey’s current management is still interested in Stamkos’ services. They are more outside candidates than the three teams LeBrun has named as frontrunners.

Still, depending on who is in charge this summer – as long as Stamkos remains in Nashville – the potential next GM may have an entirely different idea about Stamkos.

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The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is happening, which is generating all kinds of football rumors, including rumors involving the Chicago Bears. General managers are in close contact with each other, making it easier for them to discuss the offseason ahead, including which players may become available via trade.

So far, Bears general manager Ryan Polese has been busy gaining trade interest in several players on the roster. According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, teams are calling the Bears about trading for backup quarterback Tyson Baigent, wide receiver DJ Moore and defensive tackle Gervon Dexter.

Each of the three have been considered valuable contributors for the Bears. While Baigent does not get a chance to play often, the Bears feel Baigent has the potential to be a future starter, so they value him as a capable player if something happens to Caleb Williams.

Moore, meanwhile, led the team in receiving yards in 2023 and 2024, but he saw his role diminished in Ben Johnson’s debut last season. However, now that Moore has a guaranteed salary of $26 million for 2026, he is considered expendable in Chicago.

As for Dexter, he is entering the final season of his rookie contract. Still, he’s recorded a respectable 13.5 sacks in three seasons, and he’s still only 24.

Since teams are already expressing interest in each of the players mentioned above, the Bears should be able to add to their draft capital this offseason. They currently have seven selections in the 2026 NFL Draft, including three of the first 90 selections.

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Dejounte Murray opened the 2025-26 season with a goal in the New Orleans Pelicans’ 113-109 win over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday. He appears to be dedicated to helping his team compete for a possible spot in the play-in tournament at the end of the campaign. He said this in some NSFW post on X while refusing to request a trade from New Orleans.

An account on social media claimed the 29-year-old guard requested a trade from the Pelicans before the deadline. Murray saw the post and claimed it was untrue, shutting down the rumors entirely.

“Let’s clean the air from the f*** at one source,” Murray declared. “I or my agent never requested to be traded out of New Orleans!!! Joe and the entire organization know I was locked in to come back better than ever to help grow this game and build whatever comes next!! It’s about having fun!!”

The nine-year veteran doubled down on his play-in tournament claim, and explained to a sports fan that if the Pelicans play hard in the final stretch of the regular season, they could find themselves competing for a playoff spot.

“Oh!!! Are we a contender? No. Can we finish in the top 6? No. Can we build some momentum by playing together and develop winning habits for the rest of the season? Yes. Can we treat every game like a championship game and win, win, win? Yes. Can we finish last in the play-ins??? Duhhh.”

Dejounte Murray missed most of the season after rupturing his right Achilles tendon in January 2025. In his first game in action, Murray recorded 13 points, two rebounds, three assists and one steal. He also shot 45.4% from the floor and 25.0% from beyond the three-point line.

The Carolina Panthers took a big jump in Dave Canales’ second season as head coach, going from five wins to eight, winning the NFC South in the process. Now, the Panthers are looking for a way to take another step forward, but they may have something in the works.

According to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Panthers are receiving trade calls on backup quarterback Andy Dalton this offseason. Regardless of whether they made a trade or not, Panthers general manager Dan Morgan made it clear that the Panthers will bring in another backup quarterback this offseason, and Dalton knows it.

Now 38, Dalton is a two-time Pro Bowl QB who is in the last year of his contract in Carolina. While he could provide valuable experience to Carolina’s QB room, it’s possible another team would be willing to offer a third-day draft pick in exchange for the 15-year veteran.

If the Panthers can also get a seventh- or sixth-round pick by trading Dalton, who can be cut from the roster before the season starts, that’s an opportunity worth considering. After all, they could have signed another veteran QB to replace him anyway.

Young and Dalton are the only quarterbacks on Carolina’s roster, but as Morgan said, another addition is on the way.

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The Buffalo Bills often came close to a Super Bowl appearance under Sean McDermott. Unlocking Josh Allen’s elite level of performance as NFL MVP certainly helped. Yet, despite seven consecutive playoff appearances, the Bills were not able to reach the promised berth, leading to McDermott’s dismissal after nine seasons as head coach.

Now the Bills are moving forward with a new leadership group, starting with recently promoted Brandon Beane and first-year head coach Joe Brady, who was promoted from offensive coordinator. One of the top items on Buffalo’s agenda should be strengthening the team’s receiving corps, which was clearly something McDermott would love to see as well.

Recently, ESPN’s NFL analysts Dan Graziano and Ben Solak came up with a list of the best 15 players who could hit the trade block this offseason. In doing so, he named Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. as a potential trade candidate. Nevertheless, when listing teams for which Thomas could be suited, he also listed the Bills in addition to the Patriots, Steelers and Raiders.

If the Bills are willing to part with some valuable draft picks (possibly no less than a second-round pick plus change), perhaps they could pry Thomas out of Jacksonville. He appears to be an ideal fit for the receiver the Bills were looking for when they selected Keon Coleman with the 33rd overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Coleman is 6-foot-4, 215 pounds, but the 22-year-old has compiled only 67 receptions for 960 yards and 8 touchdowns in two seasons in Buffalo. Meanwhile, Thomas is 6-foot-2, 209 pounds and the 23-year-old has compiled 135 receptions for 1,989 yards and 12 touchdowns since becoming the 23rd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

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Marvin Bagley’s idea came up in the discourse surrounding the Dallas Mavericks’ trade return for Anthony Davis. However, the former No. 2 pick has impressed the Mavericks during his first game since the blockbuster deal.

Bagley had his most efficient performance of the season during Tuesday’s 123-124 win over the Brooklyn Nets. The 6-foot-10 big man posted a team-high 22 points and five rebounds on 10 of 13 shooting in 20 minutes off the bench.

Jason Kidd said of Bagley’s performance, “He’s a really good player.” Talking to him revealed that he has grown up and understands the NBA game a little. Sometimes it takes time. We all want it to happen overnight. But I think the coaching staff, the media, everybody that’s been on this road trip with him has made him comfortable, and you can see how he’s playing. If it’s not in the post, it’s an offensive rebound, and then playing defense for us. So everyone’s confidence is high, and he’s brand new, and it just shows how talented he is.”

Bagley has not been able to find a home in the NBA since being selected No. 2 by the Sacramento Kings in 2018, ahead of Luka Doncic, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Trae Young.

Mavericks’ Bagley makes headlines during first game with Mavs after Anthony Davis trade

The former Duke star changed teams six times during his eight-year NBA career. After spending his first three seasons with the Kings, he saw stints with the Detroit Pistons, Memphis Grizzlies and Washington Wizards before landing in Dallas at this year’s trade deadline.

While Bagley has had a disappointing career, he is making the most of his new opportunity with the rebuilding Mavericks. With Derek Lively sidelined, the 26-year-old is averaging 13.0 points and 8.2 rebounds on 64.3 percent shooting in five appearances with the team.

“Just keep building,” Bagley said of his mindset after Tuesday’s win. “It’s just continuing to learn each other, at least for me and the new guys. Just continuing to gel with the guys that are here, learning the system, and just doing my best every day and giving it my all. That’s my mentality, and it seems like everyone else here has the same mentality. I love being a part of it, and I’m glad I have teammates like that.”

Bagley’s minimum contract is expiring and he will be an unrestricted free agent this summer.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to begin their season in the post-Olympic portion of the schedule. And almost every game must be won. Well, close to it. It is estimated that they will need to win about two-thirds of their remaining 25 games to make the playoffs. They are currently six points behind.

But should his postseason prospects really be considered based on what the front office does at the upcoming trade deadline? Most believe it should not matter. And from the latest reports from some notable insiders, it doesn’t look like that will be the case.

According to TSN’s Darren Dreger, GM Brad Traveling & Co. No Going “all-in” as a buyer. Nor will they be outright sellers. Extensions will not be given priority for pending UFAs. But what those potential deals could mean in the future will be.

This is less about Toronto’s playoff chances and more about the cost effectiveness of actually moving certain players like Bobby McMann and Scott Lawton. Therefore the decisions are pending.

But what I’m told is that there is a plan in place, and Brad Treliving and hockey operations for the Maple Leafs are going to follow that plan. They are not going to pursue expensive expansion.

It will be notable and interesting, given that we have some time, if Toronto closes the (playoff) gap and they have to make a call on these pending unrestricted free agents. They can’t let them roam free, so the next several days could be interesting.

As Dreger says, what if the Buds pick up right where they left off before the break, and go on a three-game winning streak? Or win most of the six remaining games before the March 6 deadline? At that time, they will have to take some big decisions.

Do the Leafs replace UFAs with assets they can flip?

Insider Elliotte Friedman, appearing on NHL Network Radio Wednesday morning, has a different take on things. This appears to suggest that there are plans to move some players in order to acquire assets for a future-focused move.

My thought about what’s going on with Toronto is I think they’re in a situation where they’re trying to accumulate assets, and then see if they can utilize some of those assets and do something where they can have more of an impact on a young player… I think that’s their thought.

Of course, the Leafs are largely deprived of the above “assets”. Due to raiding prospects and the draft picks pantry over the past few years, they do not have any first-round picks in the 2026 or 2027 NHL drafts. They also traded away a top prospect in Fraser Minton in the Brandon Carlo deal last year (and we all know how that worked out).

So it makes sense that spending more money on players like McMann and Laughton – good role players who have performed their duties well this season – probably doesn’t make sense at this point. Instead, they will try to turn guys 30 years old or closer into draft picks who can then be flipped. Bring back a young player they can build around. A guy who could potentially play a bigger role in the near future than McMann or Laughton (or anyone else traded for them).

Toronto faces a tough Florida doubleheader over the next few days – at Tampa Bay on Wednesday night, and against the Panthers on Thursday. After that, it’s matchups with the Ottawa Senators, Philadelphia Flyers, New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers that get them to the deadline.

The New Jersey Devils star forward has only seen his fame grow. Yes, he’s been criticized for accepting a controversial invitation — along with most of his peers — but he’s stepped back from that narrative.

More on that linked below. He also advocated for the men’s USA roster’s relationship with the women.

Elsewhere, Connor Hellebuyck receives more honors, Dougie Hamilton remains in the NHL trading circle, and more.

Let’s do that hockey.

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New Jersey Hockey Now: Yesterday was a great day for Team USA. Despite some opposition, Devils star Jack Hughes confirmed his attendance at the White House after receiving an invitation from United States President Donald Trump. She also confirmed that the men’s team has a strong relationship with the women – who also won gold at the Olympics but declined the same invitation.

The Athletic ($): On Backlash, Jack and Quinn Hughes respond to criticism they are receiving for White House visit.

📺 Devils Rink Report: So, what has made Timo Meier so successful in Switzerland? Because, it seems he hasn’t lost his touch. What did you give? Jack Hahn helped me clarify the latest Devils Rink report.

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SportsNote: In the State of the Union address, POTUS Donald Trump revealed he’s set to award Team USA goaltender, Connor Hellebuyck, the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Forever Blueshirts: Artemi Panarin was dealt to the Los Angeles Kings just before the Olympics roster freeze. Thus far, it took the now-ex-New York Rangers to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Blueshirts faithful, which he released yesterday after NHL activities returned.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Samuel Girard era is finally over in Denver. That’s because the Pittsburgh Penguins traded Brett Kulak yesterday in exchange for him. Dan Kingerski with complete analysis.

Colorado Hockey Now: From the Colorado Avalanche, what they get in Kulak.

Boston Hockey Now: The Boston Bruins are in the market for a right-handed defenseman. He has been linked to Rasmus Ristolainen.

Florida Hockey Now: The defending back-to-back Stanley Cup champions can’t take it easy on their Olympians. George Richards explains why the Florida Panthers need him immediately.

Detroit Hockey Now: The Detroit Red Wings are still hopeful captain Dylan Larkin will play when the NHL schedule resumes on Wednesday.

Montreal Hockey Now: It seems like the Montreal Canadiens have arrived, but they still have talent in the pipeline. Here are their updated top five.

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The Brooklyn Nets have their sights set on the top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. After making an NBA-record five-round selection last June, the team is committed to building through the draft for the first time in the Brooklyn era.

Despite this, according to NBA insider Jake Fisher, rival teams continue to point to Brooklyn as a potential trade suitor for Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer.

Fisher wrote, “I’ve heard rival teams thinking loudly about the potential emergence of Brooklyn as a credible destination given the Nets have a large amount of draft capital to package with Michael Porter Jr. … or with a trade construction that puts MPJ to play alongside Antetokounmpo.”

While the Nets are in the early stages of a rebuild, Antetokounmpo has long been viewed as their top trade target.

Rival teams think the Nets could enter the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade sweepstakes

Brooklyn has established itself as one of the NBA’s worst teams in pursuit of the top pick in a crowded 2026 draft. However, the team will not be tanking next season, as it has to pay a 2027 first-round pick swap to the Houston Rockets. The Nets have the ammo to put together one of the most competitive packages for Antetokounmpo.

They have an NBA-best 13 first-round picks over the next seven years. Michael Porter Jr. or Nic Claxton could serve as the main salary filler in an Antetokounmpo deal. Brooklyn could also include young prospects like Nolan Traore, De’Ron Sharp, Noah Clowney, Drake Powell and Danny Wolf.

The main question surrounding the Nets’ potential pursuit of Antetokounmpo is whether they can make a deal with enough assets to build a team around the two-time MVP. With several teams pursuing the Bucks superstar at the deadline and several more teams likely to enter the equation in the offseason, the price won’t be low.

There has been a widespread belief, almost from the moment they amassed the worst record in the league, that the Las Vegas Raiders are set to make Fernando Mendoza the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft. Still, that hasn’t been carved in stone yet.

The Raiders had a large contingent in pursuit of Mendoza, including the Heisman-winner’s victory at the College Football National Championship. However, perhaps the Raiders aren’t 100% sold on Mendoza being their next franchise QB.

According to the , the franchise will always consider trade offers for the top selection in the draft.

“I learned a long time ago – always listen,” Spytek said. “I’m always listening. I watched him a few times this season, evaluating him. We’re not allowed to talk to him, so it’s as close as I get to standing on the sidelines before a game.”

If the Raiders are “always listening,” we’d assume that includes offers for Maxx Crosby, despite their best efforts to say they want him back. Whether Crosby feels the same way remains to be seen, but he has tried to convey through back-channels that he would like to play elsewhere.

Still, if the Raiders are actually listening to offers instead of picking and choosing Mendoza, it opens the door to a potential blockbuster offer, just like the Rams did in 2016 when they traded up to take Jared Goff.

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The new league year hasn’t started yet (March 9), but Minnesota Vikings rumors have already linked them to several different quarterbacks this offseason. While the Vikings would like to acquire a capable arm to provide tough competition to JJ McCarthy, they will have to clear some salary cap space first.

As of now, the Vikings are projected to be approximately $40 million over the 2026 salary cap. They must come under the spending limit before March 9, when the NFL ‘resets’ the year.

As a result, new Vikings general manager Rob Brzezinski is spending some of his time shedding salary. While the Vikings will surely release a player or two before free agency begins, they are busy trying to trade some of them first.

According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Vikings are shopping two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Javon Hargrave in a trade with other teams. The Vikings signed the 33-year-old Hargrave last season in an effort to strengthen the defensive interior position. Hargrave was signed to a two-year, $30 million contract, and he started 15 games.

The Vikings did not expect former UFL signee Jalen Redmond to become a star. He started 15 games, outscoring Hargrave by recording six sacks compared to Hargrave’s 3.5. Now the Vikings are moving forward with Redmond, who is just 26 years old, and two-time Pro Bowl DT in Jonathan Allen.

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The Charlotte Hornets will face the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday in Chicago. Coby White will make his official return to the United Center after being traded to Charlotte.

According to Will Gottlieb of the CHGO Bulls, during warmups, White took time to reflect on the moment he thought his career in Chicago was over. His last game with the Bulls was on February 3 against the Milwaukee Bucks. In that game, White scored 21 points and played 30 minutes.

After all, White already knew this would happen.

“I feel like … you can read between the lines. It’s not hard in this league and this business to see what’s going on.”

“I feel like … you can read between the lines. It’s not hard in this league and this business to see what’s going on.”

🗣️ Kobe White on playing his last game with the Bulls

(🎥: @Will_Gottlieb ) pic.twitter.com/fFTcUV26XL

– CHGO Bulls (@CHGO_Bulls) 24 February 2026

Meanwhile, according to Fox 32’s Tina Nguyen, White’s former Bulls teammate Trey Jones is waiting for this opportunity. During practice, Jones said he fully expected White to do whatever he had to do while recovering from a calf injury.

“We felt like he’ll definitely make a push to get back in this game,” Jones said. “Playing with his former team is a quick transition. We know what he brings to the table. He can space really well and score at a high level.”

#Bull Trey Jones on Coby White: “We felt like he’ll definitely make a push to get back in this game. It’s a quick turnaround to play with your former team.”

Jones also said, “We know what he brings to the table. He can space really well and score at a high level.” #nba pic.twitter.com/b9LhSLGHXG

– Tina Nguyen (@ttinanguyen) 24 February 2026

White still has not played a game for the Hornets. Meanwhile, he averaged 18.6 points and 4.7 assists in 29 games with the Bulls.

Plus, the Hornets are knocking on the door to the play-in game with a 27-31 record. Charlotte has won seven of its last ten games. Meanwhile, the Bulls are facing defeat in nine matches for the first time in seven years.

A new rumor about a rival AFC team’s offseason plans gives the New York Jets a trio of QB trade options they could get for very cheap.

A year ago, the NY Jets thought they had reason to be optimistic about the 2025 NFL season. They completely cleaned out their management structure, hiring Darren Maugi as their new general manager, and bringing in one-time franchise star Aaron Glenn as their new head coach.

They then made one of the first major successes of the offseason when they signed former first-round pick Justin Fields after a productive season in limited action with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Unfortunately, his six starts in 2024 proved foolish, and he was a disaster for the NY Jets last season. Throwed for less than 100 yards in four of his nine starts.

This means the NY Jets should look at the QB market again this offseason. However, this year’s quarterback class in the draft is not good, so if they select one in April, he will likely be a late-round project. That leaves the free agent and trade market.

Browns may put QB on trade block soon

Unfortunately for New York, the free agent market is about as thin as the options in the NFL Draft. That means if the team adds a signal caller of note, it will likely be via a trade. And a new rumor has opened up three options.

According to cleveland.com Browns insider Mary Kay Cabot, the team will “explore outside options, including Green Bay Packers backups Malik Willis and [Ty] Simpson” in the draft. If they add another player to their crowded QB room, that means the Browns will trade for one of Deshaun Watson, Dillon Gabriel, or Shadure Sanders.

The option to bring in any of the three probably won’t excite NY Jets fans, but the options for acquisitions this offseason are not bad. There are many reasons to believe that all three could be better in different situations. But, most importantly, with all of their low prices, Gang Green can get them in a trade for pretty cheap.

Making a case for the NY Jets to trade for Watson, Sanders, or Gabriel

Watson was once one of the most unappreciated in sports. However, he is in the final year of a massive $230 million deal through 2022. While he has been a disaster in Cleveland and is coming off double surgery on his Achilles, he is still a three-time Pro Bowler. If New York can pick up the 30-year-old on Day 3 and the Browns pick up half of his remaining contract, the Jets should consider it.

Watson will certainly be motivated to prove himself, to show that he is still a starting QB in the league and earn his next contract. The biggest issue in a deal may be the public relations fallout after the QB misses the 2021 season due to sexual assault allegations.

There were rumors prior to the 2025 NFL Draft that Sanders wanted to play in New York. The 24-year-old would be a perfect fit for Gotham and, at the very least, will get fans a little more excited about the 2026 season. As far as Gabriel is concerned, he still has a lot of potential. The Browns used a third-rounder on him, and he was a finalist for the 2024 Heisman Trophy.

Both could potentially be available for fifth-round picks and this is another low-cost option the NY Jets should consider this offseason.

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