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NHL Trade Talk Recap: Rangers, Preds, Canucks, Oilers, Leafs
NHL Trade Talk Recap Dec. 19: Rangers clearing house, Pred after Cozens, Oilers tough question, Leafs signing Marner, Habs and Savard?
In another NHL Trade Talk Recap (Dec. 19), Thursday’s updates highlighted significant trade speculation and roster moves across the league. The Rangers appear to be positioning themselves for a major acquisition, with GM Chris Drury reportedly “clearing the decks.” Meanwhile, the Predators are aggressively pursuing Sabres forward Dylan Cozens, making Buffalo a team to watch as the NHL trade freeze approaches.
The Canucks are at the center of swirling trade rumors with reports of locker room tensions between stars Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller. Meanwhile, the Oilers’ Evan Bouchard sparked heated debate among fans over whether the team should lock him into a long-term contract or consider trading him for roster improvements.
Elsewhere in the league, the Maple Leafs are in contract talks with Mitch Marner, while the Bruins placed Tyler Johnson on waivers to terminate his contract. The Montreal Canadiens’ David Savard could be on the move, and the Oilers adjusted their lines with Viktor Arvidsson returning. NHL Trade Talk also released its 2024-25 Top 20 Trade Bait Board, adding to the day’s growing trade buzz.
Top NHL Trade Talk Recap Story:
Canucks on Thin Ice: Pettersson-Miller Rift Sparks Trade Rumors
Tensions between Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller seem to be weighing down the struggling Vancouver Canucks, with trade talks reportedly intensifying ahead of the NHL roster freeze. Are the Canucks headed for a major shakeup—or will their stars find a way to coexist before it’s too late?
Read Beyond the Trade Talk Recap Here:
Rangers Trade Kakko: The First Domino in a Bigger Plan?
The New York Rangers traded Kaapo Kakko to the Seattle Kraken, sparking speculation that GM Chris Drury is clearing cap space and reshaping the roster for a major move. Is this just the beginning of a blockbuster Rangers rebuild. Or is Drury holding his biggest move for later?
Read What the Rangers Are Up To Here:
Predators Push for Dylan Cozens as Sabres Face Roster Overhaul
The Nashville Predators are reportedly making a strong push to acquire Buffalo Sabres forward Dylan Cozens, signaling potential major changes for both franchises ahead of the NHL trade freeze. Will the Sabres sacrifice a rising star like Cozens to end their playoff drought—or hold firm and risk more losing seasons?
Read the Entire Trade Talk Post Here:
Should the Oilers Trade Evan Bouchard or Commit Long-Term?
As debates swirl over Evan Bouchard’s future, fans and analysts are split on whether the Edmonton Oilers should lock him into a lucrative contract or explore trading him for roster upgrades. Is Bouchard too valuable to trade—or is cashing in now the Oilers’ best move for long-term success?
Read the Rest of the Recap Here:
Other NHL Trade Talk Recap Dec. 19 Stories
- Insider Provides Update on Maple Leafs & Marner’s Contract Talks
- Insider Connects Carrier Arrival to Split of Savard and Canadiens
- Will Panthers Win Over Oilers Led to Another Gear Offensively?
- Predators “Pushing Hard” to Acquire Sabres’ Dylan Cozens
- Rangers GM Chris Drury ‘Clearing the Decks’ for a Big Move
- Tyler Johnson Placed on Waivers by Bruins to Terminate Contract
- NHL Trade Talk’s 2024-25 Top 20 Trade Bait Board
- Viktor Arvidsson Returns: Oilers Tweak Lines Versus Bruins
- Riled Up Fan Base Reacts to Evan Bouchard Trade Debate
- Vancouver Canucks Looking To Make A Trade in Next Few Hours?
- Utah Shocks Canucks: NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Dec. 19
- Five Fascinating Facts About Maple Leafs Joseph Woll
- Rumored Rift Among Canucks’ Stars Sparks Substantial Trade Talk
- Buffalo is the Team to Watch Ahead of NHL Trade Freeze
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