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NHL Trade Talk Recap: Isles, Leafs, Canucks, Canes & Avs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 7: Islanders trading Dobson, Maple Leafs after a center, Canucks Pettersson with yips?, Canes and Avs trade winner

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Old Prof
February 7, 2025

In today’s NHL Trade Talk Recap (Feb. 7), Martin Necas has made an immediate impact with the Colorado Avalanche, outpacing Mikko Rantanen in early production. Necas thrives alongside Nathan MacKinnon, while Rantanen’s slow start with the Hurricanes raises questions about the trade outcome.

The Oilers are exploring a goalie upgrade, with a veteran reportedly open to joining. Meanwhile, the Canucks traded defenseman Mark Friedman in a minor deal to bolster their roster.

The Maple Leafs, Flames, and Canucks are active in trade discussions. Toronto is evaluating its center options, while its 3-1 win over the Kraken showed both positives and challenges.

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Islanders’ Dobson Trade Rumors: What’s Happening?

New York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello is reportedly open to trading Noah Dobson for a forward. And the Islanders seem to be interested in Elias Pettersson despite Vancouver’s uncertain trade plans. Could trading Dobson be a risk for the Islanders if Pettersson is not performing well?

Maple Leafs Explore Trade Market for Second-Line Center

The Toronto Maple Leafs seem to be evaluating trade options for a second-line center. Elliotte Friedman reports that Toronto is exploring trade possibilities with key targets. Will the Maple Leafs be aggressive in the upcoming trade deadline?

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Is Elias Pettersson Struggling with the Yips?

There’s a new theory about why Elias Pettersson is struggling. Does he have a “bad case” of the yips? If so, how would Pettersson’s hesitancy and fear of mistakes impact the play? Can Pettersson overcome mental struggle and return to the form he’s shown in the past?

Early Trade Analysis: Necas Shines for Avalanche, Rantanen Struggles with Canes

Two weeks after the big trade, Martin Necas quickly adapted to playing with the Colorado Avalanche. He’s making an impact. On the other hand, Mikko Rantanen is struggling with the Carolina Hurricanes and adjusting to the new system. It would seem thus far that the Avalanche have won the trade based on Necas’ strong early showing. Will this imbalance last?