It certainly seems like the NHL trade market is more active than ever this early into a season. Typically, we have to wait around until the year on the calendar changes to see any moves or even rumors that feel more concrete. This season, we have already seen the Penguins ship off Lars Eller to the Capitals, the Leafs part ways with young Timothy Liljegren, and many other but more minor trades.
So, when a national reporter such as Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman decides to make an effort and speculate about a trade that could take place in the future, our ears have perked up more than normal.