Mar 21, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Mattias Ekholm (14) waits for play to resume against the Dallas Stars during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
A month ago, the Nashville Predators were not playing their best hockey of the season. It seemed like a foregone conclusion that they would be heavy sellers at the trade deadline, with Mattias Ekholm being one of the most coveted prizes on the trading block.
Upon his return from injury, Ekholm’s trade stock rose, scoring six points in three games.