Senators acquire Cozens, Gilbert from Sabres for Norris, Bernard-Docker
Steve Staios shook up his roster core ahead of the NHL trade deadline.
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Buffalo Sabres send forward Dylan Cozens to Ottawa Senators - ESPN
The Buffalo Sabres made a splash ahead of the NHL's trade deadline on Friday, sending forward Dylan Cozens, defenseman Dennis Gilbert and a 2026 second-round draft choice to the Ottawa Senators for forward Josh Norris and defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker, the teams announced.
Sources - Stars agree to Rantanen trade, contingent on new deal - ESPN
The Hurricanes have a deal in place to trade Mikko Rantanen to the Stars that is contingent on the winger signing an extension in Dallas, sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan.
Wyshynski's NHL trade deadline rankings: Top players available - ESPN
The NHL trade deadline this season is a perfect storm of conditions for maximum drama: aggressive Stanley Cup favorites, over two-thirds of the league in playoff contention and clarity over the salary cap's continued rise over the next three seasons.
Avalanche land Brock Nelson from Islanders as deadline nears - ESPN
The Colorado Avalanche have acquired Brock Nelson of the New York Islanders, the most coveted center available ahead of Friday's NHL trade deadline.
Devils get Dumoulin, Panthers add Sturm and Golden Knights reacquire Smith as NHL trades pile up
The banged up New Jersey Devils wasted no time filling an area of need ahead of the NHL trade deadline, while the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers made an under-the-radar move that could pave the way for another deep playoff run, and the Vegas Golden Knights are bringing back a member of their recent Stanley Cup-winning team.
Rangers trade Reilly Smith to Golden Knights for prospect, pick - ESPN
The Vegas Golden Knights are reuniting with a familiar face, acquiring forward Reilly Smith from the New York Rangers on Thursday in exchange for prospect Brendan Brisson and a third-round draft choice, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Panthers acquire forward Nico Sturm in trade with Sharks - ESPN
The Florida Panthers have acquired forward Nico Sturm and a 2027 seventh-round pick from the San Jose Sharks on Thursday in exchange for a 2026 fourth-round pick.