NHL trade board 7.0: It’s crunch time for front offices across the continent
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The NHL trade deadline is approaching quickly, closing at 3 p.m. ET on March 6, with teams having only a few games left to make key decisions.
- The New York Rangers, Calgary Flames, and Vancouver Canucks have already traded major players this season but still have additional assets available for trade.
- The number of teams becoming active sellers remains uncertain due to the tightly packed league standings.
- Front offices are under pressure to act swiftly, prompting updates to the Big Board, which ranks players based on impact potential and current trade buzz.
- Player evaluations incorporate advanced metrics like Net Ratings, Goals Saved Above Expected (GSAx), and contract details to assess market value and trade appeal.
