Caps GM puts Ovechkin future talks on hold amid playoff push
Capitals GM Chris Patrick prioritizes playoff chase over Ovechkin contract talks, eyes skilled winger at deadline amid tight race.
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Capitals GM Chris Patrick prioritizes playoff chase over Ovechkin contract talks, eyes skilled winger at deadline amid tight race.
Chris Drury's letter signals Rangers retool—not rebuild—with emphasis on 2026 draft and active trade deadline moves.
Analysis of possible Maple Leafs-Nashville Predators trades, focusing on Stamkos, Marchessault, and Blankenburg as key targets amid cap constraints.
A comprehensive look at the Toronto Maple Leafs' 2025 trade deadline plan, covering center depth, defense, asset management, and the urgency to push for a Stanley Cup.
Analysis of the Tage Thompson trade rumor cycle and what it could mean for the Buffalo Sabres and their playoff chase.
An analysis of Detroit's offensive struggles, potential trade targets, and the risks and rewards of pursuing a top-six forward to boost the offense.
A look at the early-season NHL trade candidates for 2025-26, featuring defensemen like Rasmus Andersson and forwards such as Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell as potential deadline targets.
A retrospective on the worst Montreal Canadiens trade deadline deals of this century and the lessons learned for the franchise.
An in-depth look at whether the Pittsburgh Penguins should buy at the trade deadline to chase one more championship run or sell assets to rebuild for the future.
An in-depth look at the Artemi Panarin trade deadline saga facing the New York Rangers as the 2025-26 season unfolds and the March 6, 2026 deadline approaches.
An in-depth preview of the NHL trade deadline 2025, highlighting market conditions, key players, contending team moves, and potential playoff implications.
A failed Maple Leafs summer trade proposal would have sent Nick Robertson to Columbus for Yegor Chinakhov, a deal Columbus declined amid evaluating both players.
Exploration of Calgary Flames' 2026 trade deadline candidates and strategic crossroads between rebuilding and contending.