If the NHL rumor mill is any indication, we could be set for an entertaining July. Yes, the market has been slow to develop so far this summer, but a handful of dominos will fall in the coming days that should set up a chain reaction of sorts.
John Tavares deciding where to sign is the first—and largest—factor that has prevented the trade market from taking off, but once he makes his choice, we could see numerous moves occur.
Several players who are supposedly available are also due big bonuses on July 1. After those are paid, we may see a handful of trades take place involving these individuals.