NHL Trade Deadline: Winners & Losers

0:00The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on NHL News today. Subscribe and stay game ready. The NHL trade deadline passed Friday afternoon with fewer blockbuster deals than many expected. Still, five teams emerged as clear winners by smartly buying or selling to boost their rosters or future prospects. Colorado, Dallas, Anaheim, Calgary, and Washington all made moves that strengthened their positions. Colorado Avalanche led the buyers, grabbing back former star center, Nazim Kadri from Calgary, and adding Nicholas Roy from Toronto, that fixed their one week spot at center, turning it into a strength for the league's top regular season team and top Stanley Cup favorite. Dallas stars kept their edge too, with General Manager Jim Nill adding big defenseman Tyler Myers from Vancouver and Gritty Winger Michael Bunting, from Nashville. Those picks bring size, experience, and secondary scoring to a squad already loaded for a deep playoff run.

1:02Sell is shown bright as well. Calgary Flames flipped defenseman Mackenzie Weigar and Kadri for prospects, multiple draft picks, and young talent restocking their pipeline for A, long-term rebuild. Anaheim Ducks landed veteran defenseman John Carlson from Washington to guide their young blue line, while the capitals traded him plus center nick. Dow for picks, a goalie prospect, and added Timothy Liljegger and Chief to stay in the playoff hunt during their transition. These deadline deals highlight sharp asset management across the league. Contenders like Colorado and Dallas look unstoppable now. Rebuilders like Calgary gained valuable future pieces and teams in between like Anaheim and Washington balanced today and tomorrow perfectly. This episode is supported by our sponsor. See details in the description. Do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to.