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NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canucks, Stars, Rangers & Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 1: Canucks make another trade, Rangers improve by adding Miller, Stars trade picks for players, Leafs beat Oilers

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Old Prof
February 1, 2025

In today’s NHL Trade Talk Recap (Feb. 1), the Edmonton Oilers looked to capitalize on a potential vulnerability in the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup tonight. With Toronto’s recent struggles, the Oilers had a chance for a win on home ice. Surprise! The Maple Leafs topped the Oilers by winning a great game with a score of 4-3.

In today’s morning roundup, we looked at news from the Canucks, the Maple Leafs, and the Oilers. Finally, we analyzed NHL.com’s list of top-five fantasy forwards to see who stood out as the league’s most dominant and why these players are making a case to be ranked among the best.

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Canucks Trade for Marcus Pettersson from Penguins

After the Vancouver Canucks traded JT Miller yesterday, they weren’t finished. They added blue-liners Marcus Pettersson and left-winger Drew O’Connor in a trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Headed the other way were Danton Heinen, Vincent Desharnais, and the first-round pick the team picked up from the New York Rangers in the Miller trade. Pettersson (Marcus) might be critical because he adds steady defense that would complement Quinn Hughes and Filip Hronek.

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Stars Make Big Moves, Acquire Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci

Today, the Dallas Stars made a trade with the San Jose Sharks. The Stars added Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci in the trade. The Sharks, who are continuing to rebuild, added two future draft picks – a first-rounder and a third-rounder. With the trade, Dallas improves its depth for the Stanley Cup chase.

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Expect J.T. Miller to Ignite the Rangers’ Offense and Playoff Push

When the New York Rangers picked up J.T. Miller yesterday, he brought a lot to the team. Specifically, the Rangers will improve their power-play scoring, shooting skills, and speed. In addition, Miller’s postseason experience helps the Rangers’ playoff success. Can Miller boost New York’s offense and support the Stanley Cup contention? Today, although the Rangers lost to the Boston Bruins by 6-3, Miller started with a bang by scoring two goals.