The NHL trade freeze is over. Which means GMs like Lou Lamoriello for the New York Islanders will be working the phones hard leading up to February 25th. We’ve already seen teams start wheeling and dealing in quick succession since the NHL returned to action following the short break.
The Edmonton Oilers have already made two trades to hopefully return their team to the playoffs. Going so far as bringing in a player that captain Connor McDavid called classless just two seasons ago. Earlier today the Ottawa Senators and Vancouver Canucks swapped goalies and prospects.
With 46 points in 38 games and sitting just outside the last wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference, it’s clear that when the New York Islanders eventually get involved that they’ll be buying.