NHL Trade Talk Recap: Kraken, Leafs, Avs, Preds, Oilers, Canucks

In another NHL Trade Talk Recap (Dec. 28), are the Seattle Kraken and Toronto Maple Leafs involved in trade talks? Meanwhile, the Maple Leafs are gearing up for a big stretch with Mitch Marner stepping up his game. At the same time, Alex Ovechkin’s return to action against Toronto adds extra excitement as he chases Gretzky’s all-time goal-scoring record.

The Colorado Avalanche and Nashville Predators recently exchanged young forwards in a trade that could help both teams with depth and future potential. In Edmonton, Ben Stetler, the beloved Oilers superfan, continues to inspire, while the team is also making progress in their negotiations to re-sign Evan Bouchard.

In Vancouver, Quinn Hughes and Elias Pettersson missed tonight’s game against the Kraken. Both have injuries, leaving the team in a tough spot. The Ottawa Senators, meanwhile, poise for a win-now move at the trade deadline. However, a goalie shuffle looms after Linus Ullmark suffers a back injury.

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Top NHL Trade Talk Recap Story:

Canada Faces Crucial Test After Latvia Shock and Schaefer Injury at World Juniors

Team Canada’s stunning upset loss to Latvia raises questions about their chances in the World Juniors, while Latvia seeks to build on their historic win. Can Canada rebound from their shocking loss to Latvia, or has the World Juniors dream already slipped out of reach?

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Senators GM Staios Faces Crucial Decision: Can He Push Ottawa Into Contender Status?

The Ottawa Senators have exceeded expectations recently. However, with playoff hopes rising, GM Steve Staios might need to make a bold move to ensure the team remains competitive. Would he make a trade or free-agent signing? Is Staios ready to go all in for a major move, or will the Senators miss their chance to take the next step toward contention?

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Could Yanni Gourde Be the Missing Piece for the Maple Leafs?

As the Maple Leafs eye upgrades ahead of the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline, could Yanni Gourde be the key acquisition? Would he bolster their lineup and deepen their playoff run? Would Yanni Gourde be the perfect fit for the Maple Leafs, or will Seattle ask for too much to make the trade happen?

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Ovechkin’s Goal-Scoring Chase Resumes: Will He Catch Gretzky?

After recovering from a fractured fibula, Ovechkin is back on track to chase Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal-scoring record, with the Great One himself cheering him on as the Capitals’ captain takes the ice again. Can Alex Ovechkin break Gretzky’s legendary record, or will his injury derail his historic pursuit? [BTW: Ovechkin scored an empty-netter on Saturday against the Maple Leafs in the Capitals win.]

Other NHL Trade Talk Recap Dec. 28 Stories

• Who Says No to Trade: Seattle Kraken or Toronto Maple Leafs?
• Gretzky’s Cheering on Alex Ovechkin’s Pursuit of the Goal Record
• Amazing Marner Is Stepping Up to Carry the Maple Leafs
• Avalanche & Predators Trade Exchanges Two Young Forwards
• Oilers’ Superfan Ben Stetler’s Legacy of Courage Is Expanding
• Quinn Hughes, Elias Pettersson Out for Canucks’ Game vs Kraken
• Senators Poised to Make a Win-Now Move, Writes Scribe
• Oilers Have An Inside Edge On Getting Evan Bouchard Re-Signed
• Alex Ovechkin Returns Tonight as Capitals Face Maple Leafs
• Tortorella Sounds Off Ahead of Gauthier’s Return vs Flyers
• Canucks Injury Update: NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup Dec. 28
• The Good, Bad, & Ugly in Maple Leafs’ 5-2 Win Over Red Wings
• Latvia Shocks Canada: Matthew Schaefer’s Injury Ends His Tournament
• Senators Face Goalie Shuffle as Ullmark Sidelined with Back Injury

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