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NHL Trade Talk Recap: Flames, Preds, Oilers, Canucks

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan.21: Flames Wolf Calder Trophy, Preds are suddenly winning, Oilers react to McDavid suspension, Canucks in trade mode

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Old Prof
January 22, 2025

In today’s NHL Trade Talk Recap (Jan. 21), will the Edmonton Oilers target a “less sexy” trade, focusing on practical moves instead of splashy acquisitions? Meanwhile, the McDavid suspension is making waves, with Oilers’ veteran players asking tough questions about the NHL’s priorities.

The Canucks are actively fielding trade offers for J.T. Miller, though their trade ask has shifted. In addition, Brock Boeser’s future is in question. Is there a chance Vancouver will move him soon?

Elsewhere in the league, multiple teams are talking trades. The New York Islanders Brock Nelson is rumored to be moving with several teams in the mix. The Flames might soon let a declining asset walk as a free agent. Meanwhile, the Nashville Predators are finally hitting their stride, and Dustin Wolf is emerging as a Calder Trophy contender for Calgary.

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