Rory Boylen of Sportsnet: Looking at a potential trade candidate for each team in the Eastern Conference.
Boston Bruins – Nick Ritchie – They may not be able to fit him long-term with Torey Krug needing a new deal, and after next season Tuukka Rask, Jaroslav Halak, Brandon Carlo and Ondrej Kase.
Buffalo Sabres – Rasmus Ristolainen – Another year in the trade rumor mill.
Carolina Hurricanes – Jake Gardiner – Three years left at $4.