The NHL trade market is starting to heat up, as GM’s around the league are starting to get a reality check into the performance, or lack of performance from their hockey clubs. Trade talks have picked up considerably as we’re roughly a month into the season.Recently, on an episode of Daily Faceoff Live, insider David Pagnotta opened up about all the latest buzz he’s hearing, and if you’re a fan of these teams, get ready, because it sounds like there’s some action coming soon:David Pagnotta: Chicago is actively looking to add somebody on their wing. Los Angeles is actively looking to add up front, be it at the center position or on the wing. They want to add more offense. Buffalo’s another team that is looking to add some offense as well. There are a lot of teams that are starting to look around and see, ‘Okay, what options are going to be available to us now, and what options may be available to us a little bit later on?’ I’m told the Canucks and Flames are in that mix as well, especially Calgary, that’s really beefed up its blue line future-wise.They’re starting to look around to see what options may be available to them up front. Vancouver’s in an interesting position because they’ve got some pieces to sell, and they’re looking to add those younger pieces. Similar strategy to Philly, in terms of bringing in guys that are going to help grow with some of your other young players. Vancouver, L.A., Calgary, Seattle in the mix as well, at least teams that have poked around, you know, on on that front.
You can also add in the Washington Capitals and the Toronto Maple Leafs, who are both in advanced trade talks, and could pull off significant trades in the very near future.
The trade world normally picks up around US Thanksgiving, so it’s nice to see trade talks are heating up a little bit earlier this season. Stay tuned, we’ll have you covered with all the latest buzz.
Two to Tango? Blackhawks ready to make moves – Oct. 28, 2026 – Frankly Hockey with @Buccigross https://t.co/lqpCfNuIa9
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