Patrick Marleau becomes all-time leader in NHL Games Played

In his 23rd NHL season, Patrick Marleau stands atop the leaderboard for NHL games played, upon taking the ice for game 1,768. He officially passes NHL legend and fellow Saskatchewan native Gordie Howe, who held the record since his second retirement from the NHL in 1980. Marleau is one of only five players in NHL […]

Boston Bruins acquire Taylor Hall from the Buffalo Sabres

While the Boston Bruins have cooled off considerably after a blazing start, General Manager Don Sweeney found it necessary to make a bold move to shake off the dust, acquiring Taylor Hall from the Buffalo Sabres. The Sabres continue their fire sale, looking to retool yet again amid a decade of disappointment. Veteran forward Curtis […]

New York Islanders acquire Kyle Palmieri and Travis Zajac from the New Jersey Devils

The New York Islanders made a plash in advance of the trade deadline by adding two veteran forwards to solidify their already strong roster. Long-time New Jersey Devils standouts Kyle Palmieri and Travis Zajac are now on the other side of the rivalry, and are reunited with Islanders general manager Lou Lamoriello. During his franchise-altering […]

Montreal Canadiens acquire Eric Staal from the Buffalo Sabres

Looking to fortify their roster for a playoff push, the Montreal Canadiens swung a trade for veteran center Eric Staal from the Buffalo Sabres. While retaining $1.625 million of Staal’s salary, the Sabres will receive third and fifth-round picks in in the upcoming 2021 NHL Draft. The struggling Sabres offloaded Staal, who was playing on […]