Islanders Close on Brayden Schenn as NHL Wrestles With No-Trade, No-Movement Clause Backlash

Brayden Schenn agreed to a trade to the New York Islanders after a face-to-face meeting that underscored the human side of deadline drama — and renewed debate over the growing footprint of no-trade and no-movement clauses in the NHL.

March 8, 20263 min

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Parayko Declines Sabres Move; Nemec–Eklund Chatter Fizzles — Trade Deadline Ripples Through NHL

Colton Parayko exercised his no-trade rights to block a move to the Buffalo Sabres, while the Simon Nemec–William Eklund whispers never coalesced into a deal. Those developments underline shifting trade-deadline dynamics and what teams might do next.

Mar 7, 20264 min read

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Deadline Frenzy: Kadri, Schenn, Faulk Headline a Flurry of 2026 NHL Deadline Deals

The 2026 NHL trade deadline exploded in the final hour as Nazem Kadri, Brayden Schenn and Justin Faulk lead a wave of moves that reshaped playoff races and cap pictures across the league.

Mar 6, 20263 min read

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Flames' Timeline to Compete Still Years Away as Kadri, Coleman, Weegar and Whitecloud Hit the Market

As the Flames pivot toward a younger core and a new arena timeline, Calgary appears ready to move veterans such as Nazem Kadri, Blake Coleman, MacKenzie Weegar and Zach Whitecloud — a recalibration that could push the rebuild back several seasons.

Mar 4, 20263 min read

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Deadline Drama: Islanders Target Conor Garland as Sabres and Blues Haggle Over Robert Thomas

As the trade deadline nears, the Islanders show serious interest in Conor Garland while the Sabres and Blues negotiate a high-stakes price for Robert Thomas — two storylines that could reshape playoff races.

Mar 3, 20264 min read

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Will the Devils Move Dougie Hamilton Before the Deadline? Hurricanes Reunion on the Table

With the trade deadline looming, Dougie Hamilton’s name resurfaces as the Devils weigh options now that Luke Hughes is returning — could Carolina or another suitor rekindle interest?

Mar 3, 20263 min read

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Kings Seek Scoring Boost: Laine Call Sparks Wide-Ranging Top-35 Trade Watch Ahead of Deadline

With the Kings exploring top-six scoring and a confirmed reach-out on Patrik Laine, the NHL trade market has lit up. A 35-player watch list points to heavy movement as contenders hunt offense before the deadline.

Feb 26, 20266 min read

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Deadline Drama: Islanders Target Conor Garland as Sabres and Blues Haggle Over Robert Thomas

Mar 3, 20264 min read

Rumors

Will the Devils Move Dougie Hamilton Before the Deadline? Hurricanes Reunion on the Table

With the trade deadline looming, Dougie Hamilton’s name resurfaces as the Devils weigh options now that Luke Hughes is returning — could Carolina or another suitor rekindle interest?

Mar 3, 20263 min read

Rumors

Kings Seek Scoring Boost: Laine Call Sparks Wide-Ranging Top-35 Trade Watch Ahead of Deadline

Feb 26, 20266 min read

NHL

Parayko Declines Sabres Move; Nemec–Eklund Chatter Fizzles — Trade Deadline Ripples Through NHL

Mar 7, 20264 min read

NHL

Deadline Frenzy: Kadri, Schenn, Faulk Headline a Flurry of 2026 NHL Deadline Deals

The 2026 NHL trade deadline exploded in the final hour as Nazem Kadri, Brayden Schenn and Justin Faulk lead a wave of moves that reshaped playoff races and cap pictures across the league.

Mar 6, 20263 min read

NHL

Flames' Timeline to Compete Still Years Away as Kadri, Coleman, Weegar and Whitecloud Hit the Market

Mar 4, 20263 min read