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John Gibson • G • Red Wings

John Gibson Starting Against Panthers

Detroit Red Wings goaltender John Gibson (upper body) will return to work on Friday against the Florida Panthers. He has been named the starter for Friday night after missing Wednesday's loss to Vegas with an upper-body injury. Gibson has been strong between the sticks this season, posting a 23-12-2 record with four shutouts. He holds a 2.58 goals-against average and a .906 save percentage. On Friday, Gibson draws a good matchup, as Florida has dropped nine of its last 11 games and has scored two or fewer goals in four of the past six contests.

Mar 6

Roope Hintz • C • Stars

Roope Hintz Available Against Avalanche

Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (illness) will return from a four-game absence on Friday night against the Colorado Avalanche. Due to illness, the Finnish forward hasn't played for the Stars since the Olympics. Hintz will resume his role as the top-line center, with Wyatt Johnston shifting to the right wing. Mavrik Bourque is expected to move down to the third line. Across 52 games this season, Hintz has tallied 15 goals and 29 assists. He has recorded points in three of his last four regular-season games against Colorado.

Mar 6

Sidney Crosby • C • Penguins

Sidney Crosby Rejoins Practice Friday

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (lower body) returned to practice on Friday. He skated for the first time since suffering a lower-body injury at the Olympics. Last Wednesday, Crosby was ruled out for at least four weeks. However, it seems there's a chance the Penguins captain might return sooner. While it's great news for the Penguins and fantasy managers to see Crosby back on the ice Friday, he has not been cleared for contact and isn't expected to play during Pittsburgh's back-to-back set this weekend. With Crosby out, Thomas Novak held the top-line center spot in Thursday's loss to Buffalo, while Ben Kindel has also seen increased usage recently.

Mar 6

Bobby McMann • C • Kraken

Bobby McMann Traded to Seattle

Left wing Bobby McMann will finish the 2025-26 season with the Seattle Kraken. He was traded on Friday by the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for a 2027 second-round pick and a 2026 fourth-round pick. McMann is in the final season of a two-year, $2.7 million contract. While McMann was a top-six regular in Toronto, it's not yet clear where he'll fit into the Kraken's lineup. The 29-year-old is aiming for his first 40-point campaign, amassing 19 goals and 13 assists in 60 appearances so far.

Mar 6

Justin Faulk • D • Red Wings

Justin Faulk Lands in Detroit

The Detroit Red Wings acquired defenseman Justin Faulk from the St. Louis Blues on Friday in exchange for a 2026 first-round pick, a 2026 third-round pick, defenseman Justin Holl, and forward prospect Dmitri Buchelnikov. Faulk spent six and a half seasons with the Blues, recording 32 points (11 goals, 21 assists), 116 shots, 102 blocks, and 49 hits in 61 appearances this term. The veteran blue-liner has had a decent campaign on a bad team and will have an opportunity to improve his production with the playoff-chasing Red Wings. He's going to be part of the top-four group in Motown and will likely strengthen the second power-play unit.

Mar 6

Nazem Kadri • C • Avalanche

Avalanche Bring Back Nazem Kadri

Center Nazem Kadri rejoined the Colorado Avalanche in a trade deadline deal on Friday. After winning the Stanley Cup with the Avalanche in 2022, Kadri signed a seven-year, $49 million contract with the Calgary Flames as a free agent. Now, he's back in town after Colorado re-acquired Kadri from Calgary in exchange for forward Victor Olofsson, unsigned draft pick Maxmilian Curran, a conditional 2028 first-round pick, and a conditional 2027 second-round pick. Additionally, the Avalanche received a 2027 fourth-round pick as part of the deal. Calgary will retain 20 percent of Kadri's salary. Kadri had a career year with the Avalanche in 2021-22 and could increase his productivity down the stretch. He has recorded 41 points (12 goals, 29 assists) in 61 games this season.

Mar 6

Brayden Schenn • C • Islanders

Islanders Trade for Brayden Schenn

The New York Islanders acquired center Brayden Schenn from the St Louis Blues for a first-round pick, a third-round pick, and a prospect to be named later on Friday. Schenn is having a down year with just 12 goals and 28 points this season, but a change of scenery on a better team like the islanders can help improve his production. He will most likely be the second-line center behind Bo Horvat.

Mar 6

Elmer Soderblom • LW • Penguins

Penguins Acquire Elmer Soderblom

The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired forward Elmer Soderblom from the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for a 2026 third-round draft pick. Soderblom has appeared in 39 games this season, scoring just two goals and occupying a minimal role on the team. The 24-year-old is signed through the 2026-27 season, and his contract has an average annual value of $1.125 million. Despite the move to the Penguins and a change of scenery, Soderblom is not on the fantasy radar outside of the deepest formats and dynasty leagues.

Mar 6

Corey Perry • RW • Lightning

Lightning Acquire Corey Perry

The Tampa Bay Lightning have acquired forward Corey Perry from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for a second-round draft pick. The 40-year-old will reunite with the team that he spent two seasons with in 2021-22 and 2022-23, while he provides the Lightning with veteran presence and plenty of playoff experience. Perry scored 11 goals and totaled 28 points through 50 games as a member of the Kings during the 2025-26 NHL season.

Mar 6

Nick Foligno • LW • Wild

Wild Acquire Nick Foligno

The Minnesota Wild are closing in on a deal for forward Nick Foligno from the Chicago Blackhawks, with the return currently unknown. The veteran forward will team up with his brother, Marcus Foligno, who has played for the Wild for the past nine seasons. The 38-year-old has scored three goals and totaled 11 points through 37 games, and he will occupy a bottom-six role with the contending Wild.

Mar 6

Bobby Brink • RW • Wild

Wild Acquire Bobby Brink

The Minnesota Wild have acquired forward Bobby Brink from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for defenseman David Jiricek. The 24-year-old is in the final season of his two-year contract, and he is set to become a restricted free agent this summer. Brink, who was a former second-round draft pick, brings some scoring depth to the Wild forward group, as he has totaled 13 goals and 26 points through 55 games.

Mar 6

Nic Dowd • C • Golden Knights

Golden Knights Acquire Nic Dowd

The Vegas Golden Knights acquired center Nic Dowd from the Washington Capitals in exchange for goaltender Jesper Vikman, a 2027 third-round pick, and a 2029 second-round pick. Serving in a bottom-six role, Dowd registered 16 points (four goals, 12 assists), 48 shots, 43 blocks, and 113 hits in 55 outings with the Capitals this season. He led all forwards on the team with an average of 2:40 short-handed ice time. Dowd is on track to record a fifth consecutive 20-point campaign, adding depth in the middle for the Golden Knights, who have lost Brett Howden (lower body) and William Karlsson (lower body) to injuries.

Mar 6

Jeff Petry • D • Wild

Jeff Petry Traded to Wild

The Minnesota Wild have brought in defenseman Jeff Petry from the Florida Panthers ahead of Friday's trade deadline. The 16-year veteran was acquired in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick. Petry is averaging a career-low 14:51 of ice time this season, and his offensive output was limited to eight assists in 58 games with the Panthers. Additionally, he has recorded 135 shots, 57 blocks, and 59 hits. Petry, who turned 38 in December, no longer has any fantasy value in the later stages of his career, but he will bring veteran experience and depth to the Wild's blue line, which has struggled with injuries for much of the season.

Mar 6

Nicolas Roy • C • Avalanche

Nicolas Roy Shipped to Colorado

The Toronto Maple Leafs traded forward Nicolas Roy to the Colorado Avalanche for a conditional first-round pick in 2027 and a conditional fifth-round pick in 2026. Roy, who arrived in Toronto during the offseason as part of the deal that saw Mitchell Marner move to Vegas, posted 20 points (five goals, 15 assists) in 59 outings with the Maple Leafs. If Roy can't improve his scoring rate in Colorado, he will finish with fewer than 30 points for the first time in five years. The 29-year-old will strengthen a forward line that has recently lost Artturi Lehkonen (upper body) and Joel Kiviranta (concussion).

Mar 6

David Perron • LW • Red Wings

David Perron Returns to Detroit

The Detroit Red Wings re-acquired winger David Perron (groin) from the Ottawa Senators in exchange for a conditional 2026 fourth-round draft pick. The veteran forward enjoyed a good two-year spell in Motown a few campaigns back before moving to Ottawa, amassing 103 points (41 goals, 62 assists) in 158 appearances. As a member of the Senators, his points per game average dropped from 0.65 to 0.45. It would be a big boost for Detroit's offense if Perron can rekindle some of the old magic he once had on the team. Perron, who has tallied 25 points (10 goals, 15 assists) in 49 appearances this season, is currently recovering from a sports hernia surgery, which is expected to keep him out for at least one more week.

Mar 6

Michael Bunting • LW • Stars

Stars Add Michael Bunting From Nashville

The Dallas Stars have bolstered their front line by acquiring left wing Michael Bunting from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a third-round pick in the 2026 draft. Dallas has won a franchise-record 10 consecutive games and is preparing for a deep playoff run, having also picked up defenseman Tyler Myers from the Vancouver Canucks this week. Bunting is packing his bags at the trade deadline for a third consecutive year. The Predators acquired the 30-year-old 12 months ago from the Pittsburgh Penguins. Bunting had 31 points (13 goals, 18 assists) in 61 games with the team this campaign. With the Stars' frontline banged up, Bunting could be an intriguing fantasy pickup for the final stretch of the season. He is joining the league's sixth-best offense and a deadly 30 percent power play, albeit in a second-unit role.

Mar 6

Conor Garland • RW • Blue Jackets

Conor Garland Moves to Columbus

Right wing Conor Garland was traded by the Vancouver Canucks to the Columbus Blue Jackets for a couple of draft picks. The Canucks will receive a 2026 third-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick. Garland was moved despite inking a signed a six-year, $36 million contract extension last summer, which will kick in next season. Mere months ago, Garland was seen as a core piece in Vancouver, but the team is having a terrible season and has started selling players ahead of the trade deadline. Garland has been limited to 28 points (seven goals, 19 assists) in 50 games this season. Playing on a much better team, he is poised to enjoy a stronger finish to the campaign.

Mar 6

John Carlson • D • Ducks

Ducks Acquire John Carlson

The Anaheim Ducks acquired defenseman John Carlson (lower body) from the Washington Capitals in exchange for a conditional first-round draft pick in 2026 or 2027, along with a 2027 third-round pick. This marks the end of an era in D.C., as Carlson has been part of the Capitals' defense since the 2009-10 season. He ranks second in franchise history with 1,143 regular-season games played and is also among Washington's all-time top scorers, with 771 points (166 goals, 605 assists). This season, Carlson has tallied 46 points (10 goals, 36 assists) in 55 games. Anaheim hopes to end a seven-year playoff drought and is getting a high-caliber defenseman to help the cause.

Mar 6

Alexis Lafrenière • LW • Rangers

Alexis Lafreniere Collects Three Points in Victory

New York Rangers winger Alexis Lafreniere scored a goal and added two assists in Thursday's 6-2 victory against the Maple Leafs. The 24-year-old earned the first star of the game honors for his impact performance, as he did all of his work in the third period, where he totaled three points, and the Rangers scored four times in the frame to win the contest. Lafreniere ranks fourth on the Rangers with 14 goals scored on the season, and he carries fantasy value in deeper formats and dynasty leagues.

Mar 5

Igor Shesterkin • G • Rangers

Igor Shesterkin Picks Up Victory Against Maple Leafs

New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin stopped 29 of 31 shots on goal in Thursday's 6-2 victory against the Maple Leafs. The Rangers' netminder was beaten twice at even strength in the first and second period respectively, but he was at his best in the third period when the team scored four times to secure the win on home ice. Shesterkin is having a quality bounce-back season despite the team having a very disappointing campaign, as the former Vezina Trophy winner has posted a 2.50 goals against average and .912 save percentage to go with one shutout through 38 appearances.

Mar 5

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