New CBA rules and NHL parity contributed to fewer big trades at the deadline

New CBA rules and NHL parity contributed to fewer big trades at the deadline

Nazem Kadri is back with Colorado and Brayden Schenn went to the New York Islanders, but there were still plenty of trades involving prominent that did not materialize around the NHL before the deadline.

NHL Trade Deadline Fallout: Trade Clauses Big Factor in Minimal Player Movement

Elliotte Friedman was on NHL Now following the NHL Trade Deadline on Friday, and he was asked about one of the biggest reasons why there was minimal player movement. His answer revolved around the trade protection that so many players in the NHL have. NHLRumors.com Transcriptions 2025-26 NHL Trade Tracker Cory Schneider: “I wanted to ask you a question. I don’t say there’s a lack of movement today (yesterday), but there were some big names out t…

3 Takeaways From the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

Every year, the trade deadline reshapes the landscape of the NHL. Teams have the opportunity to alter their identity in a way that won't only stick with them through the remainder of this season, but will also define how they approach the offseason. This season's trade deadline featured plenty of intriguing deals, but what did fans learn from these transactions?1) New CBA Rules Limited Big Deadline MovesAt the beginning of this season, new rules…

Kadri, Schenn lead flurry of last-minute moves at intriguing trade deadline

Sportsnet’s Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman recap the biggest storylines from the NHL’s trade deadline including the Calgary Flames sending Nazem Kadri back to the Colorado Avalanche and the New York Islanders’ acquisition of Brayden Schenn.