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Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka is exploring all avenues for the 2026 nhl draft's No. 1 pick, even with top prospect Gavin McKenna available. McKenna, however, expressed excitement about potentially joining the Canadian market team, stating he'd be "fortunate" to play for the Leafs. Despite trade possibilities, McKenna's impressive stats suggest he's a strong contender.

The Chicago Blackhawks have traded the rights to forward Jack Pridham to the Tampa Bay Lightning for a third-round pick in the 2027 nhl draft. It’s a deal that nets Chicago a future draft asset while providing Tampa Bay with a promising player to add to its development system. The trade was completed before a signing deadline, one of the last moves of the NHL offseason.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been linked to Judd Brackett in what has become one of the NHL’s latest offseason storylines. The former Minnesota Wild executive has a strong track record as a scout and could be offered a bigger front-office position. Should the move materialise, it may impact Toronto’s long-term roster-building approach and choices in future nhl drafts.

NHL insider Jeff Marek has provided new details surrounding the failed trade talks between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens for Matthew Knies. Marek said the Canadiens were willing to trade top prospects and multiple first-round picks. The disclosure has renewed the debate over whether both franchises ultimately benefited from a deal that never was consummated.

NHL trade rumours with the Montreal Canadiens and New York Rangers have resurfaced ahead of the nhl draft. League chatter has the Canadiens in talks to make a deal for veteran center Vincent Trocheck. There is also speculation that talks could pick back up in the offseason as both franchises take stock of their needs on the roster.

The St. Louis Blues and San Jose Sharks are driving big NHL trade rumors ahead of the 2026 nhl draft. St. Louis is reportedly interested in acquiring San Jose’s second overall pick, and Jordan Kyrou and Colton Parayko are said to be potential trade candidates. The situation could be a major factor in long-term plans for both franchises and NHL roster strategies going forward.

Toronto Maple Leafs star William Nylander and Matthew Knies had a viral reaction after the franchise landed the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 nhl draft Lottery. The two forwards celebrated during a Toronto Marlies playoff game, and Nylander also spoke about the frustrations of the playoffs, injury concerns and his long-term commitment to the Toronto Maple Leafs organization.

Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka is keeping trade options open for the No. 1 pick in the 2026 nhl draft, despite consensus top prospect Gavin McKenna being the likely choice. Chayka, who personally scouted McKenna, emphasized that while selecting the highly-touted forward is probable, the team will consider any offer that benefits their long-term future.

It’s becoming a hot topic around the league whether Darnell Nurse is long-term with the Edmonton Oilers. NHL trade rumours continue to heat up, and both sides are reportedly on the precipice of a key offseason. Nurse is one of the more notable names to watch this summer, and several teams have reportedly been keeping an eye on the situation.

The Detroit Red Wings are in the spotlight after reports surfaced that captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade, and the surprise move has sparked speculation about the future of the franchise and NHL trade rumours around the league. Now, with teams likely to be interested, attention turns to what’s next for both the player and the organization.

Milan Lucic, the former star of the Boston Bruins, has retired from professional hockey after 17 NHL seasons. His wife, Brittany Lucic, soon after the announcement shared emotional messages and family memories celebrating his career. In an emotional tribute, they thanked their children for their support and heralded a new chapter for the Lucic family.

The latest NHL news has the Boston Bruins and New Jersey Devils linked in speculation surrounding young blueliner Simon Nemec, there have been conflicting reports on his availability. But league insiders believe New Jersey may have a pivotal decision to make this summer. The Slovak defenseman has become a hot name in NHL trade rumours because Boston needs more mobility on the blue line.

Former Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic has announced his retirement from professional hockey. The longtime NHL power forward reflected on a career that included a Stanley Cup title in 2011, thanking his former teams, family and supporters. Lucic finishes with 1,177 NHL games played and a memorable legacy with various franchises.

Former San Jose Sharks enforcer Link Gaetz has an outstanding warrant in British Columbia and faces charges after an alleged assault of a cab driver. The authorities are seeking the public’s help in finding the former NHL player who played 65 career games for the San Jose Sharks and Minnesota North Stars and accumulated more than 400 penalty minutes.

There could be a surprise in store for the Chicago Blackhawks at the 2026 National Hockey League Draft, as rumours suggest Swedish winger Ivar Stenberg might be picked ahead of the Blackhawks’ fourth overall pick. There has been confusion over expectations, with the Toronto Maple Leafs, San Jose Sharks and Vancouver Canucks all projecting differently. That influences Chicago’s draft strategy and long-term planning of its offence around Connor Bedard’s supporting cast.

More information has come out about previous trade talks between the Montreal Canadiens and New York Rangers ahead of the NHL offseason. Insider reports say Montreal looked at a move for Alexis Lafreniere, with Patrik Laine said to have been part of talks. Nothing came of it, but the disclosure provides some insight into the Canadiens' mindset after their deep playoff run.

The Montreal Canadiens have officially begun the process of exploring a trade involving veteran forward Brendan Gallagher. Reports say Gallagher has been permitted to have his representative help search for a potential landing spot before the 2026-27 NHL season.

Trade rumors surrounding New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec have heated up this offseason. The Pittsburgh Penguins are one of the interested teams. Nemec has been a name to watch as the Devils scour the league for potential roster upgrades, and several teams have taken notice throughout the NHL.

One of the Edmonton Oilers’ interesting international prospects seems destined to stay overseas, throwing an unexpected wrench into the team’s offseason plans. With a successful championship run in Russia now behind him, the player’s NHL timeline remains up in the air, and Edmonton is left to ponder its future roster depth and development plans heading into the 2026-27 season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ first-round pick at the 2026 nhl draft has ignited a debate about whether they should take Gavin McKenna or consider going down. McKenna remains the top-ranked prospect, but ESPN analyst Ray Ferraro has floated the idea of trading down to gain more assets. The decision could be massive for Toronto's long-term competitiveness and roster depth strategy.