Leafs acquire Laughton and Carlo to boost playoff push
Toronto adds center Scott Laughton from Philadelphia and defenseman Brandon Carlo from Boston in trades timed to the NHL deadline. Toronto also ships salary to fit the deals as it deepens a contending lineup with a mix of core stars and potential cap relief.
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Rantanen to skate with Stars after blockbuster trade
NHL moves reshape playoff race as Dallas acquires Mikko Rantanen from Carolina for Logan Stankoven and multiple picks, signing an eight year deal. Brad Marchand leaves Boston after 16 seasons and a 2011 title, heading to Florida, while Dallas also signs Wyatt Johnston and places Miro Heiskanen on long term injured reserve to make room.
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Senators add Cozens in bold deadline move
Ottawa trades Josh Norris and Jacob Bernard-Docker to Buffalo for Dylan Cozens Dennis Gilbert and a 2026 second round pick. The deal boosts middle depth, tangles with Stutzle Pinto and adds Zetterlund Robins and a 2025 fourth to sharpen down the stretch. Brady Tkachuk mourns Norris while Linus Ullmark hails Cozens as a two way workhorse.
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Flames stay put as playoff push fuels quiet deadline
Calgary Flames keep to their plan at the NHL trade deadline, standing pat while rivals added depth to chase a playoff berth. General manager Craig Conroy praised the group’s chemistry and resilience, citing Dustin Wolf's standout rookie season as a key driver in their push. Montreal Canadiens also paused moves, extending Jake Evans and retaining Savard, Armia, and Dvorak as the team rides a late surge toward the playoffs.
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