NHL Trade Talk Podcast – Episode 3: Breaking Down the NHL Draft Trades

In this episode of the show, Jim and Brooke break down all of the major trades that took place on the first and second day of the 2022 NHL Draft. From Alex DeBrincat going to Ottawa and the Montreal Canadiens picking up Kirby Dach, to the goalie carousel that happened on day two. The Edmonton Oilers freed up some cap space and Toronto dumped their backup for some flexibility.

Also, who are the biggest names out there worth watching as the NHL heads into free agency on July 13th?

Have a listen to Episode No. 3.

Episode 3 Minutes:

Chicago moves Alex DeBrincat (Ottawa) (2:30) and Kirby Dach (Montreal) (5:35) in separate deals. Toronto trades Petr Mrazek to the Blackhawks in a cap dumping deal (9:59), and one has to wonder if all this action from Chicago sends a message to Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews (11:25). The Philadelphia Flyers acquired Tony DeAngelo from the Carolina Hurricanes (15:35) and the goaltending carousel began to spin on the second day of the draft with a few of the bigger names coming off the market (18:20). What exactly is happening in Minnesota with Marc-Andre Fleury and Cam Talbot? (22:18). Edmonton trades Zack Kassian, plus Duncan Keith retires (28:30) and who is worth watching as free agency approaches? (32:20).

Other Episodes You Might Enjoy:

• NHL Trade Talk Podcast: Ep. 1 — Getting Ready for the 2022 NHL Draft
• NHL Trade Talk Podcast – Episode 2: Alex DeBrincat, Georgiev Traded

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