Cole Smith has been traded to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for a 3rd round pick in 2028, per Darren Dreger

Per Glen Gulutzan via Mike Heika, Roope Hintz should play Friday vs Colorado.

Update: It’s believed St Louis/Buffalo went the distance on Thomas trade talks. Sounds like the Sabres aren’t willing to part with the necessary pieces. (Prospects, Player, 1st). Still teams nibbling, but the Blues are firm in what the return needs to be for the young center.

As Chris Johnston reported last night, the Sabres and Blues have also been focused on a Dman. Buffalo wants a right shot, so Parayko or Faulk have been mentioned as possibilities.

Going to be interesting to see what happens on the Simon Nemec front. Devils are taking calls on the second overall pick from '22. No shortage of teams checking in. New Jersey happy to keep him, but if there's a deal that upgrades their forwards in a real way, they're going to

The Panthers lost again last night and my understanding is they've made the decision to be sellers as far as listening on pending UFAs, which most notably include the likes of AJ. Greer and Sergei Bobrovsky. Bobrovsky has a 16-team no-trade list. Doesn't mean he will be dealt

On 92.5 FM - Denver's Altitude Sports Radio, Bednar says Artturi Lehkonen got injured on a weird hit in the LA game. Doesn’t believe it will bump up against the playoffs but not a clear timeline. Said LOC is doing great and is making progress. Next step would be joining group at some point.

Per Coach McLellan, John Gibson skated today & is feeling better, but not ready for this game (day-to-day). Talbot will start tonight, Cossa to back up.

Maple Leafs D Chris Tanev underwent successful core muscle surgery today in New York City. He is expected to fully participate in training in September.

Sounds like pending trade call, Tyler Myers will land in Dallas.

Kiefer Sherwood's new deal with #sjsharks is 5 years x $5.75 million. It includes signing bonus for the first four years and trade protection. Massive, life-changing deal for Sherwood, who in 2022-23 was playing in the AHL. Takes him through age 36.

OEL also being held out.

Sounds like Radim Mrtka and a 1st will be part of it.

Also today: hearing Utah and Calgary are closing in on a MacKenzie Weegar deal that awaits his approval.

Love this for Utah depending on the deal

Olli Maatta is part of the deal going to #Flames from Utah for Mackenzie Weegar.

Edmonton and Chicago are discussing another move This one would send Jason Dickinson to the Oilers. We will see how it turns out

Per sources: MacKenzie Weegar to Utah For: Olli Maatta Jonathan Castagna Three 2026 second-round picks.

We have acquired defenseman Nick Blankenburg from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft. Welcome to Colorado, Nick! 🏔️

Trade details, per sources: To #LetsGoOilers: C Jason Dickinson (50% retained) F Colton Dach To #Blackhawks: F Andrew Mangiapane 2027 1st Round Pick Condition: 1st round pick is Top 12 protected.