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ESPN staff
The deadline to trade the 2022 NHL is Monday at 3:00 p.m. ET. You can watch all the excitement on ESPN2 and ESPN+This year, but before we reach Deadline Day, it is time to make bold predictions from the ESPN hockey family.
Where will you find the big rumored candidate such as Marc-Andre Fleury, Claude Giroux Tomas Hertl land? Which teams will be more aggressive then usual? Which team will be more aggressive? NotAddress what many consider to be a pressing need
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Keep an eye on Panthers
I believe the Florida PanthersThey are expected to make a huge splash at the deadline for trades. Bill Zito, general manager, has been trying to trade a defenseman for the past several months. Zito had been patiently waiting for the right deal. Ben Chiarot. Although it was a costly trade, which included a first-round selection and a top prospect, Florida felt it was worthwhile. To clear cap space, Florida had earlier traded Frank Vatrano to Rangers.
However, the Panthers see themselves as more than just a team. The perks of South Florida living (weather, taxes, and golf) make them a destination for players. Tampa Bay Lightning. They’re not done, but I believe they are. Florida will, in my opinion, be at the very minimum a finalist. Claude Giroux. — Emily Kaplan is a NHL reporter
Giroux to The Blues.
Both the Colorado AvalancheThe Panthers made cap-clearing moves prior to the trade deadline. There is speculation that it will trade for Giroux, though Florida has now allocated cap space to Florida. Ben Chiarot, purchased Wednesday night The Avs are interested. The Flyers have been heavily scouted by the Panthers.
Do you know of anyone else who has scouted them before? Doug Armstrong, Blues GM. Giroux would reportedly waive his no-movement clause for St. Louis. They would have a forward team to rival those of Calgary and Colorado, with a team already ranked fifth in offense. His game is in line with what the Blues love to do and he could play on the left. Ryan O’Reilly David Perron. The Blues have something that the Avalanche doesn’t: Craig BerubeGiroux, who was coached with the Flyers by. — Greg Wyshynski, NHL reporter
Giroux to The Panthers.
Between his 1000th Philadelphia game on Thursday and Monday’s deadline Giroux will go to the Panthers. They are currently leading the league in scoring at 4.10 goals per games. If given the option to choose, Giroux would like to join a legitimate contender in South Florida in early spring. my preference.
This prediction was bolder than it was before the Panthers sent it. Frank VatranoTo the New York RangersThey did not lose any cap space in the acquisition of Chiarot on Wednesday. I feel a strong Giroux to Sunrise vibe since last week. — Victoria Matiash, NHL analyst
Toronto’s goaltending puzzle
It’s not a secret that the Toronto Maple Leafs need goaltending help. There aren’t many netminders on the market who have a more successful track record than them. Marc-Andre Fleury. Naturally, both the player and team are tied by trade rumors. Fleury has a no-move clause that gives him final authority over any destination other than Chicago.
Let’s say Fleury accepts to be a Maple Leaf. The complementary moves Toronto would need to make in order to pull off this feat would likely go beyond bold and audacious. Fleury’s cap hit is $7 million, and Toronto has nearly no space. If the Blackhawks are to keep salary, they might need to add a high pick, top prospect, or a roster player. It is amazing to see the boldness with which Toronto tries to take on Flower. — Kristen Shilton, NHL reporter
The Maple Leafs will NotTrade for a goaltender
Since the beginning of the year, this has been a hot topic in relation to the Leafs. Jack Campbell Petr Mrazek struggling. Kyle Dubas, GM, has stated that he only has one move to make and that it is in defense. This could certainly be something said in public, with differing opinions being voiced behind closed doors. However, I don’t think it would surprise me if the Leafs keep their feet on the ground.
They may have faith in Campbell’s ability to pull it off like he told the media recently. They might have hopes. Erik KallgrenCould pull a Matt MurrayOr Cam WardThe team will be able to backstop him to the Stanley Cup in the season he played his first NHL hockey game. Perhaps the possibilities aren’t exciting enough for the Buds. Marc-Andre Fleury, 37, is a free agent this season; other trade-bait names include Alexandar Georgiev, Semyon Varlamov Joonas KorpisaloThese will not be significantly adjusted in net.
It doesn’t matter what it is, I wouldn’t be surprised if the Leafs didn’t make any big changes between the pipes. — Arda Ocal is the NHL host
Toronto’s fervent appetite for its own food is unmatched in this league. Ask Petr Mrazek. He is being accused of crimes far worse than just not playing in net. Marc-Andre Fleury, three-time Stanley Cup champion, doesn’t need to be subject to such potential vitriol.
It’s just not worth it, as there are more favorable landing areas with nearly equal opportunities, if any, to advance through the playoffs. He should leave Chicago if he has to. — Matiash
A few players had high-profile trade requests during the last year. One of them was Vladimir TarasenkoHe appears to have found a working situation with the St. Louis BluesThis season was made possible by salves such as “scoring” or “winning.”
DeBrusk is the other. The Boston BruinsWe tried to find a deal to transfer him in hockey — to another type of “change in scene” — but it was unsuccessful. The deal is likely to happen as he is a pending restricted-free agent with arbitration rights. It won’t happen before Monday. — Wyshynski
Detroit moves aggressively
It would be very easy for them. Red WingsLet the deadline go as sellers. What’s the point?
GM Steve YzermanThey must be happy with the progress Detroit made this season. While they may not make it to the playoffs this season, there were moments when it didn’t feel far away. Yzerman won the Jakub Vrana-for-Anthony ManthaWashington was the one that he swapped with last season. This year, he’ll do even more to ensure Detroit has a bright future. — Shilton
Signs of San Jose Tomas HertlBefore the deadline
It’s a little quiet on the Tomas Hertl Front. Could that be the SharksWe are close to a long term deal with their top line center.
It was two weeks ago that I would not have placed a bet on it, as it seemed like Hertl or San Jose were far from agreeing to an extension. Maybe they can get it done before March 21 rolls around. — Shilton
Canucks Tea Leaf Reading
Vancouver does not trade any players. Tyler Motte.
Everybody in NHL wants to trade J.T. Miller. The Canucks believe that everyone in the NHL will be interested in trading for them. Brock BoeserAnd, even more, Tyler Myers. These moves are not possible. Miller and Boeser will be too valuable for the Canucks to make it to the playoffs. Myers’ flexibility increases dramatically after July 1 when his full no trade clause is removed.
Goalie Jaroslav HalakThe pending free agent Halak has a complete no-movement clause. The Canucks may be able to make a decent return on their goalie market, but Halak is unlikely to move if it’s for a strong Cup contender. If it isn’t, it’s a move that will be lateral.
Motte, a 27 year-old pending UFA, is our depth forward. He could be a good addition to any contender. That’s what GM Patrik Alvin does. — Wyshynski
The Canucks will trade Brock Boeser and not J.T. Miller.
Vancouver is rising up the standings and there is much to like about this season’s direction. Why wouldn’t the Canucks keep Boeser? Because, as Erik KarlssonVancouver needs to decide whether it wants to accept the RFA and reach a settlement as soon as possible.
Boeser is expected to receive a $7.5million qualifying offer and will need to have a contract negotiated. Boeser’s value is not being questioned by the Canucks. However, there are other teams available that could offer a better deal. Boeser is a well-known commodity that Vancouver can keep, but it’s worth parting ways with Miller. This will serve Vancouver well in today’s season and possibly future seasons. — Shilton
It is possible to argue that this prediction is slightly less bold given that Chychrun, the injury-plagued Chychrun, is again sidelined by a lower ailment for between two and four weeks. This timeline would be favorable to contending teams as it would make Chyrchun more available for the postseason (and he’s only 26 and has a fairly good contract).
However, I do not see anyone pulling the trigger for the deadline’s most talked about player. Arizona’s request is too high. This is a fair ask considering the long-term problems Chychrun’s Return should address. It doesn’t feel like this is the time for extravagant deadline spending. — Shilton