Is a major NHL trade on the horizon this week? We all know the players to watch (https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/nhl-trade-board-rankings-daily-faceoff-centers-market-kadri-trocheck-thomas-pettersson-oreilly) leading up to the March 6th trade deadline. Non-contending teams with expiring contracts are prime candidates for trades, but even players with remaining contract terms can be moved by teams planning a rebuild. However, the NHL occasionally surprises us. While blockbuster trades typically occur during the offseason, they can also happen at the deadline (https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/the-most-shocking-nhl-trade-deadline-deals-of-the-salary-cap-era), causing significant upheaval. Could a significant deal be made in the next few days? None are expected, but then again, they never are. In a recent episode of Daily Faceoff LIVE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ap_7VBHfQVQ), hosts Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton, joined by Jeff Marek from The Sheet, discussed potential trades that could shock the hockey world before the deadline. Tyler Yaremchuk mentioned the possibility of Brady Tkachuk being a surprise trade, while Jeff Marek focused on Jim Nill's potential blockbuster move. Marek highlighted the Dallas Stars' situation with Jason Robertson, suggesting he might hit the market due to unresolved negotiations. Despite the lack of a deal, Robertson's desire for a contract similar to Mikko Rantanen's could lead to a trade. However, if the Stars win the Stanley Cup, Robertson might secure a lucrative contract. The discussion also touched on the expectations of ownership and the potential for a team to make a significant splash, with Jim Nill's shopping in Calgary being a possibility. The full episode is available for viewing...
