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The New York Rangers have put up the \u201cFor Sale\u201d sign<\/a>, and the Calgary Flames are off and selling<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The sprint to the NHL\u2019s Feb. 4 Olympic trade freeze is officially on.<\/p>\n

Calgary made the first of what could be multiple big deals on Sunday night, sending heart-and-soul defenseman Rasmus Andersson to the Vegas Golden Knights. That\u2019s an important piece of business<\/a> done early for a rebuilding team.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Rangers\u2019 decision to publicly embark on a retool has brought plenty of accomplished veterans<\/a> into play on the trade front.<\/p>\n

Check it out on a refreshed Big Board.<\/p>\n

As always, players are listed by how closely they demand watching, based on their potential impact and the current amount of buzz around them.<\/p>\n

Note: Net Ratings and market values are via Dom Luszczyszyn\u2019s model and are projected for the full season based on statistics through Jan. 17. Goals saved above expected (GSAx) are via Evolving-Hockey, also through Jan. 17. Contract info is via PuckPedia.<\/p>\n

Team Boston Bruins Buffalo Sabres Calgary Flames Carolina Hurricanes Chicago Blackhawks Columbus Blue Jackets Edmonton Oilers Minnesota Wild Nashville Predators New Jersey Devils New York Rangers Pittsburgh Penguins San Jose Sharks St. Louis Blues Toronto Maple Leafs Vancouver Canucks Winnipeg Jets<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$11,642,857<\/p>\n

Players of this quality are rarely traded in the middle of the season in the NHL, but the Rangers have made it clear they won\u2019t be signing the pending unrestricted free agent to a new contract and would like to move him to a destination of his choosing. He\u2019s been New York\u2019s leading point producer in all seven seasons since arriving on Broadway and remains one of the NHL\u2019s elite playmakers. Panarin is also a serious threat to score goals, as evidenced by recent seasons of 37 and 49. He\u2019s got game-breaking offensive ability, plain and simple. He\u2019s also got full control over the trade process thanks to a no-movement clause in his contract.<\/p>\n

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New York Rangers<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$1,500,000<\/p>\n

After scoring a career-best 19 goals last season, Sherwood is on pace to surpass 30 in 2025-26 thanks to a favorable run of shooting. He\u2019s an excellent skater for a big man, which makes him well-suited to disrupt opponents on the forecheck. Sherwood\u2019s work ethic is a major asset, too. There has been plenty of interest shown in a player who carries an attractive cap hit to go with those attributes \u2014 and the action has started to get more lively in recent days, with the Canucks lowering their ask on the return. It wouldn\u2019t be surprising to see Sherwood dealt before the Olympic break.<\/p>\n

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Vancouver Canucks<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$7,000,000<\/p>\n

A fierce competitor with a Stanley Cup ring already in his collection, Kadri possesses a rare combination of offensive ability and fearlessness. He never backs down from a challenge and seems to elevate his play when the game\u2019s emotions are highest. It\u2019s little wonder the Flames aren\u2019t eager to part ways with a center who still has three seasons left on his contract after this one. However, Kadri plays a premium position and still has a lot left to offer, so the biggest question here is how long he can remain patient in a rebuilding program.<\/p>\n

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Calgary Flames<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$9,000,000<\/p>\n

The writing appears to be on the wall for Hamilton after a recent trip to the press box as a healthy scratch. The Devils need to clear up cap space for other moves, and he no longer has a full no-trade clause in his contract. Hamilton is a mobile right-shot defenseman who is logging more than 21 minutes per night this season. His offensive prowess isn\u2019t what it once was, but the puck still tends to be moving in the right direction when he\u2019s on the ice. As a bonus, the actual dollars owing on Hamilton\u2019s contract are less than the cap hit attached to the deal.<\/p>\n

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New Jersey Devils<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Right-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$2,750,000<\/p>\n

The Jets have eight capable defensemen on the roster and a prospect they like in Elias Salomonsson who may soon be ready for NHL minutes. They\u2019re also looking a reboot in the face while scuffling at the bottom of the standings. While Schenn is a sturdy veteran unlikely to recoup the assets Winnipeg gave up for him at last year\u2019s deadline \u2014 they dealt a second- and fourth-round pick to Pittsburgh \u2014 he\u2019ll carry value as a right-shot defenseman ideally suited for third-pairing duty. He\u2019s a veteran of 1,100 NHL games who effectively protects the area around his net and consistently puts his body on the line as a shot blocker. He\u2019s also a two-time Stanley Cup champion.<\/p>\n

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Winnipeg Jets<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Right-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$5,625,000<\/p>\n

A center who makes an impact on both sides of the puck, Trocheck\u2019s game remains at a level that earned him a spot on Team USA for next month\u2019s Olympics. Known for playing with grit and determination, he\u2019s got the tools to play in all situations and can handle heavy, difficult minutes. He\u2019s viewed as a leader for the Rangers and represents a prime chip for them to play in the retool. His contract includes a 12-team no-trade list, though.<\/p>\n

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New York Rangers<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$11,600,000<\/p>\n

Pettersson has played at a higher level than last season, when his name first circulated in trade rumors, but he remains a long way removed from the performer he was when Vancouver signed him to a $92.8 million, eight-year extension in March 2024. That obviously impacts his trade value. However, the fact that Pettersson has previously been an elite offensive play-driver makes him an enticing proposition for some, especially since the price tag to land him shouldn\u2019t be too steep. The biggest concern for the Canucks in considering a Pettersson trade is the fact that he may blossom again in a new environment.<\/p>\n

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Vancouver Canucks<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$4,820,000<\/p>\n

Kotkaniemi has lost his grip on an everyday roster spot with the Hurricanes, which makes him an intriguing trade candidate given the general lack of centers available leaguewide. Regarded as a solid 200-foot player who skates well, there\u2019s been a big dip in his ability to drive play this season. His typically inconsistent offensive numbers have trended hard in the wrong direction as well. Kotkaniemi still has four seasons remaining on his contract beyond this one, albeit at a reasonable cap number, and only has limited control of the situation courtesy of a 10-team no-trade list.<\/p>\n

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Carolina Hurricanes<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$4,900,000<\/p>\n

An excellent skater and defensively sound winger, the puck is usually headed in a positive direction when Coleman is on the ice. He\u2019s a 20-goal scorer who has been dangerous on the penalty kill over the years and ideally slots in on the third line of a top team \u2014\u00a0as he did for the Lightning while winning back-to-back Stanley Cups in 2020 and 2021. Coleman is signed through 2026-27, but it\u2019s little wonder so many teams are calling the Flames already to inquire about his services. He\u2019s the kind of upgrade that can raise the bar for a contender. However, the Flames aren\u2019t sure they\u2019re ready to part with him.<\/p>\n

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Calgary Flames<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$8,000,000<\/p>\n

The future Hall of Famer has been on a heater after a slow start and has already surpassed the 20-goal mark for the 16th time in his career. How that impacts his trade value remains to be seen. The Predators are hanging around the Western Conference playoff race, but that doesn\u2019t change the fact that they\u2019re planning to start skewing younger with the roster. The fact that Stamkos is still filling the net with his lethal shot is promising for potential suitors, especially since he lacks the kind of playmaking center in Nashville best suited to maximizing his scoring ability. A potential Stamkos trade carries some complications: He owns a no-movement clause, and the Predators would likely have to retain salary to make it work.<\/p>\n

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Nashville Predators<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$3,600,000<\/p>\n

The fit hasn\u2019t worked out in Edmonton, where Mangiapane has become a routine scratch amid a wildly unproductive start. His 35-goal season from 2021-22 is a distant memory now, and his defensive impacts are cause for concern. However, he did score 13 even-strength goals in Washington last season and was also deployed as a penalty-killer on the league\u2019s fifth-best unit. Mangiapane holds a full no-movement clause, but will be open-minded about helping the Oilers find him a new opportunity.<\/p>\n

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Edmonton Oilers<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$4,750,000<\/p>\n

New Sabres general manager Jarmo Kek\u00e4l\u00e4inen said he intends to \u201ctake charge\u201d of the Tuch situation after replacing Kevyn Adams, with his preference being to get the pending free agent signed to an extension. The price has only gone up since talks went quiet in the fall. If Buffalo can\u2019t make headway on that file, Tuch would be a valuable trade piece for an organization that\u2019s going to experience some turnover. He\u2019s a big, fast power forward with a proven ability to put the puck in the net. But the better things continue to go in Buffalo, the less likely he is to be sent out of town.<\/p>\n

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Buffalo Sabres<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$4,400,000<\/p>\n

Big, strong and experienced, Murphy has posted strong defensive results under less-than-favorable conditions with the Blackhawks in recent years. The right shot comes with an expiring contract that should be fairly easy to move, particularly in light of how few options are likely to be available in free agency next summer. This is a time of transition in Chicago so roster flexibility is paramount.<\/p>\n

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Chicago Blackhawks<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Right-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$6,500,000<\/p>\n

A prototypical professional with 1,000 NHL games already under his belt, Faulk is playing more than 23 minutes per night in his 15th season. He is a stout five-on-five defender who chips in a bit offensively and generally keeps things steady. He is also a right shot capable of playing both sides of the ice. As an added bonus, his contract was front-loaded, which means he\u2019s owed less in actual cash than his actual cap hit now that he\u2019s down to the final two seasons on it.<\/p>\n

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St. Louis Blues<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Right-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$8,125,000<\/p>\n

Nothing is off the table in St. Louis, including a potential deal involving the team\u2019s top-line center. How likely that is depends on how you interpret the fact that his name has started to circulate again in chatter with rival teams. Thomas has experienced a slight dip in production this season, but he is coming off consecutive campaigns where he exceeded 80 points. He possesses strong puck skills and vision, and he can handle the challenge of facing tough competition every night. It would take a serious offer to land Thomas in the prime of his career, but the Blues are open for business.<\/p>\n

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St. Louis Blues<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$6,000,000<\/p>\n

The Devils desperately need to clear out some cap space in order to make roster upgrades, and Palat\u2019s contract is at the top of the list to go. He remains a reasonably responsible complementary winger, but his rate of production has plummeted. That\u2019s a problem for the Devils because of a $6 million cap hit that runs through the end of next season. However, Palat has already been paid the majority of the money owed on a heavily front-loaded contract and should still have some value for those swimming in cap space because of his extensive big-game experience and low-maintenance approach.<\/p>\n

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New Jersey Devils<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$3,750,000<\/p>\n

A competitive, heart-on-his-sleeve center who has spent his entire NHL career in Columbus, Jenner is facing an uncertain future while playing on an expiring contract. He\u2019s unafraid to go to the hard areas of the ice and can put the puck in the net, which are attractive attributes to peddle if the Blue Jackets become sellers later in the season. The biggest drag on Jenner\u2019s career has been an inability to remain healthy, so it\u2019s notable that he missed 14 games earlier this season with an upper-body injury<\/p>\n

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Columbus Blue Jackets<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$3,250,000<\/p>\n

Traded to the Rangers midway through last season, Soucy is a prime candidate to be dealt again as a pending UFA. He\u2019s a prototypical shutdown defender who has previously performed well during playoff runs in Seattle and Vancouver. As a bonus, the left shot is comfortable playing on either side of the ice.<\/p>\n

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New York Rangers<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Left-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$1,350,000<\/p>\n

A prototypical defensive defenseman who puts his body on the line by blocking shots and playing opponents physically, Benoit has endured some recent scratches. The Leafs have a number of depth options at the position, and Benoit represents a player who could bring back some value with a cap-friendly contract that runs through next season. That\u2019s the main reason his name has recently started making the rounds. What you see is what you get with Benoit, who has extremely limited offensive impacts.<\/p>\n

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Toronto Maple Leafs<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Left-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$6,000,000<\/p>\n

Garland signed a six-year extension with the Canucks last summer, but he has since seen the team pivot to a rebuild. He is a strong skater who is unafraid to skate through opponents despite his diminutive size. More of a playmaker than a goal-scorer, he\u2019s an excellent complementary piece who can be counted on to produce at a 50-point pace. Garland is due to gain a no-movement clause this summer.<\/p>\n

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Vancouver Canucks<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$5,500,000<\/p>\n

A strong skater with a nose for the net, DeBrusk is a difference-maker when on his game. But those stretches have been counter-balanced by quiet periods. DeBrusk scored 28 goals during his first season with the Canucks but hasn\u2019t seen the puck find the net at nearly that same rate this year. There\u2019s a lot of meat left on the bone with a contract that includes a no-movement clause, which definitely complicates things, but DeBrusk is at an age where missing the playoffs won\u2019t sit well. There are competitive teams out there sizing up the potential fit.<\/p>\n

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Vancouver Canucks<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$1,250,000<\/p>\n

The Jets have invested nearly a decade in Stanley\u2019s development and seen him blossom with a surge in scoring to go with the stout physical play you\u2019d expect from a 6-foot-7 defenseman. Unafraid to drop his gloves to defend teammates, and with a reach that\u2019s basically unmatched across the league, Stanley is in position to cash in this summer with a contract that could be worth $25 million or more. That leaves the Jets with a decision to make: Do they want to be the team offering that deal, or is it time to cash in on their investment by putting him on the trade market?<\/p>\n

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Winnipeg Jets<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Left-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$2,750,000<\/p>\n

The Bruins took a serious run at landing Rasmus Andersson, which almost certainly would have forced Peeke out of town as a pending unrestricted free agent. He remains a trade chip for an organization retooling on the fly. Peeke is a mobile right-shot defenseman who excels in the defensive aspects of the game. While big at 6-foot-3, he isn\u2019t known for being overly physical.<\/p>\n

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Boston Bruins<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Right-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$6,500,000<\/p>\n

Schenn\u2019s name was prominent in trade discussions last season, and he\u2019s since seen a full no-trade clause get converted to a 15-team no-trade list, giving him less control in the process. Schenn\u2019s offensive output is well off its usual levels, but he should still carry value as a reliable center capable of affecting the game at both ends of the ice. He\u2019s scored at a 22-goal, 54-point 82-game pace across a 17-year NHL career.<\/p>\n

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St. Louis Blues<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Binnington hit mid-January with some of the worst numbers among starting NHL goalies, including a minus-14.82 goals saved above expected rating through Saturday \u2014\u00a0last in the league. That\u2019s a reflection of how poorly things have gone for the Blues, too. Still, he\u2019s earned a reputation as a big-game goalie who rises to the occasion under the most intense pressure, and that\u2019s going to have allure for any contenders looking for an upgrade in the crease. Binnington\u2019s contract includes a 14-team no-trade clause and runs through the end of next season.<\/p>\n

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Market value<\/p>\n

Not available for goalies<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$2,750,000<\/p>\n

The veteran profiles as a steady defensive defenseman. Traded midseason to Pittsburgh as a cap casualty in the Tristan Jarry\/Stuart Skinner deal, he\u2019s a strong candidate to be flipped again by the trade deadline as a pending free agent. What you see is what you get from Kulak, who played a valued support role in Edmonton\u2019s long playoff runs over the past four seasons. He\u2019s a penalty-killer and has been deployed on both sides of the ice in the past.<\/p>\n

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Pittsburgh Penguins<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Left-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$3,250,000<\/p>\n

No stranger to trade rumors the past couple of seasons, Ferraro is poised to again hear his name circulate around the league\u2019s hotstove. The Sharks winning more games in 2025-26, but they are still likely to end up as sellers, and the 27-year-old profiles as one of their more attractive assets to make available. Ferraro is a minute-munching, shot-blocking defenseman who appears capable of producing much better numbers on a more complete team. He\u2019s also a decent puck-mover and penalty-killer with a competitive streak to match.<\/p>\n

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San Jose Sharks<\/p>\n

Defenseman<\/p>\n

Left-shot defenseman<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$5,125,000<\/p>\n

A perennial 20-plus goal scorer, Kane has been snakebitten since a move to his hometown Canucks. Now he\u2019s one of the veteran pending free agents Vancouver is soliciting offers on. A physically intimidating presence who is unafraid to go to the hard areas of the ice, Kane should draw some interest from playoff-bound teams willing to look past some of the baggage he comes with. He played in the past two Stanley Cup Finals with the Edmonton Oilers before the summer trade to Vancouver.<\/p>\n

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Vancouver Canucks<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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The Rangers system is stocked with wingers, and they\u2019re gauging the market on those players, including Othmann, the No. 16 pick from the 2021 draft. While certainly not in a position at which they feel they have to move him, they\u2019d be willing to part with him at the right price. His dangerous shot and ability to win back the puck are considered strengths, albeit traits he\u2019s yet to show with any consistency in limited looks in the NHL. Othmann didn\u2019t make it to the end of training camp with the Rangers before being sent down to AHL Hartford and could benefit from a fresh opportunity elsewhere.<\/p>\n

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Market value<\/p>\n

Not available<\/p>\n

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New York Rangers<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$4,500,000<\/p>\n

The well-traveled scoring winger is a perennial 20-goal man who has a penchant for getting under the skin of opponents with a high-energy game. Bunting is unafraid to engage in puck battles and is well-suited to playing alongside high-end teammates because he can help win it back for them. He\u2019s also a pending unrestricted free agent.<\/p>\n

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Nashville Predators<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$5,500,000<\/p>\n

Similar to Stamkos, the fit in Nashville hasn\u2019t been anything close to what Marchessault envisioned when he signed there in July 2024. Still, he scored 21 goals last season \u2014 his lowest total in an 82-game campaign since 2015-16 \u2014 and seems like a good bet to return to previous scoring levels if placed alongside a center who can get him the puck. The 2023 Conn Smythe Trophy winner boasts a resume that includes 102 career playoff games. What\u2019s more, his cap hit should become even more palatable as it ages.<\/p>\n

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Nashville Predators<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$4,000,000<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not clear where things stand with Hartman after the Wild dealt center Marco Rossi to Vancouver in the Hughes trade. They probably need to be adding more strength down the middle rather than shedding it. However, a slow start to the season put Hartman\u2019s name in trade rumors this fall \u2014 and he only has partial control of the situation courtesy of a 15-team no-trade list. Hartman is an agitator who often finds himself straddling the line of acceptable on-ice conduct, and he can be trusted defensively. He\u2019s mixed in a couple of big offensive seasons for the Wild in recent years, too.<\/p>\n

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Minnesota Wild<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$5,125,000<\/p>\n

A surprisingly strong start in Pittsburgh sent this beloved Penguin tumbling down the trade board. But what hasn\u2019t changed is the fact that the organization is focused on getting younger and Rust is a prime asset who could be used to help that process along. His speed, forechecking prowess and two-way ability have allowed his game to age gracefully, and the 33-year-old is playing on a cap-friendly contract. He also saw the no-movement clause in his deal disappear last summer, which means that his fate rests entirely in the hands of Penguins management.<\/p>\n

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Pittsburgh Penguins<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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An explosive skater who was drafted at No. 30 in 2022, Lambert has yet to find his footing in the NHL. That\u2019s a factor of both his slow-moving development and the parent club\u2019s depth at forward. While there\u2019s no sense the Jets feel they have to move Lambert, they\u2019re open to the possibility if the return makes sense. Lambert led the AHL\u2019s Manitoba Moose with 55 points as a 19-year-old in 2023-24 but hasn\u2019t been able to match that level of production since. He\u2019s still very young with room to grow, though.<\/p>\n

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Market value<\/p>\n

Not available<\/p>\n

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Winnipeg Jets<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$1,100,000<\/p>\n

The Czech Olympian found the playing time he was looking for when he signed in Vancouver in November, but the Canucks are going nowhere fast. K\u00e4mpf is ideally suited to be a fourth-line center. He\u2019s a low-maintenance player who kills penalties, wins faceoffs and consistently remains on the safe side of the puck. Neither team tends to get much done offensively during his minutes.<\/p>\n

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Vancouver Canucks<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$8,125,000<\/p>\n

Kyrou\u2019s name circled through the rumor mill before his no-movement clause officially took effect on July 1, and it resurfaced abruptly in November when he was made a healthy scratch by the scuffling Blues. While his production is a shade off its usual level, Kyrou remains a highly skilled winger who possesses an enviable toolkit \u2014\u00a0blinding speed, high-end vision and creativity to spare. As much as he doesn\u2019t seem inclined to want a change of scenery, this could be a sea-change season in St. Louis if the fortunes of the team don\u2019t rebound quickly.<\/p>\n

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St. Louis Blues<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Winger<\/p>\n

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Current cap hit<\/p>\n

$4,500,000<\/p>\n

O\u2019Reilly doesn\u2019t own a no-movement clause, but the Predators will treat him as though he does. That means they won\u2019t be trading their top center anywhere unless he\u2019s willing to go. O\u2019Reilly is an excellent two-way center who can be counted on to chip in offensively and has the ability to be a true difference-maker for a contender. As an added bonus, he\u2019s a beast in the faceoff circle. Where this goes will depend heavily on if Nashville can remain in the playoff race until the trade deadline<\/p>\n

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Nashville Predators<\/p>\n

Forward<\/p>\n

Center<\/p>\n

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