THW Daily - Why Kakko Deserves Bigger Role With Rangers & Oilers’ Trade Deadline Possibilities
Also, what the Red Wings could do at the trade deadline & more
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In today’s edition, we have why Kaapo Kakko deserves a bigger role with the Rangers, what the Oilers/Red Wings could do at the trade deadline, and much more.
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Red Wings Could Add by Subtraction at 2024 Trade Deadline
February 21, 2024 by Devin Little
With just over two weeks to go until the NHL Trade Deadline, the Detroit Red Wings find themselves in the second wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. They still have eight games to play between now and then, so much can still happen that will effect their approach to the NHL’s annual trading bonanza.
Kaapo Kakko Deserves a Bigger Role on the Rangers
February 21, 2024 by Brian Abate
The New York Rangers are playing their best hockey right now, winning eight in a row. While many of their key players are having an excellent season, Kaapo Kakko struggled early on and then missed extended time with an injury. His name has come up in trade rumors, but the team would be wise to not only hold on to him at the deadline but also give him more ice time.
Brock Nelson’s Chase for 40 Goals Can Save Islanders’ Season
February 21, 2024 by Mike Fink
Brock Nelson found the back of the net against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the New York Islanders’ 5-4 overtime win on Feb. 20, a game they needed desperately to win. He darted up the ice with the puck and backhanded it into the net for the team’s first goal of the game.
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Senators Can’t Afford to Trade Picks for Cap Relief
February 21, 2024 by Dayton Reimer
The Ottawa Senators are in a difficult situation heading into the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline. The team desperately needs to find cap relief, and general manager Steve Staios has stated that he’s going to be aggressive in the trade market. But, so far, nothing has materialized, prompting some to wonder if no one is biting on the team’s ugly contracts without some retention or compensation.
Oilers Should Pursue Guentzel & Tanev Trades at Trade Deadline
February 21, 2024 by Jesse Courville-Lynch
The Edmonton Oilers should be planning to go all-in for a Stanley Cup this season, and there are plenty of options available to them to give them the best chance of winning it all. Two of the biggest names heading into the trade deadline are targets the Oilers should have in mind as they would give them a great opportunity to win. Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jake Guentzel and Calgary Flames’ defender Chris Tanev are two of the most sought-after players heading into the 2024 Trade Deadline, and the Oilers have an opportunity to make a deal for both of them. While it will be a bidding war, as several teams will be interested in both Guentzel and Tanev, the Oilers should be all over them.
Maple Leafs’ Best Offensive Players Through 54 Games
February 21, 2024 by The Old Prof
The Toronto Maple Leafs have a set of elite offensive players known as the Core Four of Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, William Nylander, and John Tavares. The team’s elite defenseman, Morgan Rielly, is also a high-scoring offensive defenseman.
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