NHL trade deadline rumor tracker: Details on Patrick Kane, Timo Meier, Jakob Chychrun & more
We’re less than a week away from the NHL trade deadline and the rumors continue to circulate.
One of the craziest times on the hockey calendar is in full swing. While there are still days before the deadline for teams to strike a deal, some clubs have already made a big splash.
We had a number of important trades ahead of deadline week. Bo Horvat was traded from the Canucks to the Islanders almost a month ago, while the Blues traded Vladimir Tarasenko to the Rangers and Ryan O’Reilly to the Maple Leafs.
The Bruins acquired defenseman Dmitry Orlov and forward Garnet Hathaway from the Capitals just last week.
And the Sharks moved Timo Meier in a massive trade that many are still trying to piece together.
MORE: When is the 2023 NHL trade deadline?
As the reports keep flying, The Sporting News keeps you up to date with the latest NHL trade rumors.
NHL Trade Deadline Rumors Tracker
Rangers appear to be making way for Kane
Date: Monday February 27th
The devil is in the details. After thwarting the Blackhawks’ 4-3 OT win over the Sharks on Saturday, the Rangers appear destined to win the Patrick Kane sweepstakes.
On Sunday night, the Rangers made a small step that many think is trying to open up the necessary cap space to land the Blackhawks star.
Seems not if, but when Kane will end up with the blueshirts.
Capitals could be a suitor for Jakob Chychrun
Date: Friday February 24th
The Arizona chychrun saga continues and at this point we just want a deal to be struck. The Bruins are very likely out after being traded to the Capitals for Dmitry Orlov, but that opens up a potential new suitor: Washington.
With an additional first-round pick at their disposal, the Capitals have reportedly been investigating the Coyotes’ defender. They join a long list of teams interested in chychrun including the Kings, Oilers, Senators, Blues and Blue Jackets.
Blackhawks and Rangers continue to discuss Patrick Kane deal
Date: Friday February 24th
Although Rangers took over Vladimir Tarasenko earlier, they still participate in the Kane Sweepstakes. The team is reportedly trying to make its cap work and will need to make room before a deal can be finalized. New York left forwards Vitali Kravtsov and Jake Leschyshyn out of the lineup on February 23 for “roster management reasons,” which could indicate a deal in the works.
Kane also didn’t train on Friday. He was listed as free for one maintenance day.
Capitals could continue to sell
Date: Friday February 24th
GM Brian MacLellan signaled to the rest of the league that he was selling in a deal to send Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway to the Bruins. Both were pending UFAs and neither agreed on an extension with the capitals.
Now there are nine UFAs left in Washington, including forwards Lars Eller and Conor Sheary, and defenders Nick Jensen and Erik Gustafsson. We’ll see how active the Caps are after making their first move with Orlov.
When is the NHL trade deadline?
- Date: Friday March 3rd
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
The deadline for teams to trade during the 2022-23 NHL season is Friday, March 3rd. Calls to trade must be sent to the league office by 3:00pm ET.
Clubs are free to transact business at any time prior to this date.