Blueshirt Banter 2026 Trade Deadline Tracker

With the NHL trade deadline rapidly approaching, the rumor mill is spinning and the deals are already starting to come in. This running trade tracker will keep tabs on every move made around the league as contenders load up, sellers cash in assets, and front offices try to position themselves for a playoff run—or the future. While we’ll cover every notable deal across the NHL, there will of course be a particular focus on the New York Rangers and how the market is shaping their options.

This post will be updated throughout the day as trades are reported and confirmed, so keep refreshing for the latest deadline news and analysis.

New York Rangers Specific News

As of this morning (March 5), Mike Sullivan would not commit to holding anyone out for roster management reasons. He did, however, suggest everyone was essentially a game-time decision this time of year.

As of noon (March 5), Arthur Staple of Daily Faceoff suggests no news could actually be bad news in terms of significant business getting done before the deadline. Drury could wait until the summer to handle the Trocheck deal but could still sell depth players like Sam Carrick or Taylor Raddysh.

According to Elite Prospects' Cam Robinson, it does not appear that Minnesota and New York are as close as people think and the asking price for Vincent Trocheck is extremely high, as it should be.

Around The League Trades, Rumors and News

The Colorado Avalanche acquired forward Nicolas Roy from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for a 2027 first round pick and a 2026 fifth round pick (3/5/26)

This is a really good deal for Colorado who can benefit from an additional forward. Roy is a versatile forward that can play center or slot in on either wing as needed. By definition, he's the type of player any playoff team greatly benefits from. There are conditions associated with both picks, this is good business for the Avalanche. As for Toronto, let's just say this will make the Mitch Marner trade tree, interesting.

The Vegas Golden Knights acquired forward Nic Dowd from the Washington Capitals in exchange for goaltender Jesper Vikman, a 2027 third round pick and a 2029 second round pick (3/5/26)

Quite a hefty return for a fourth line center so if this is the standard in this current market, the Rangers have to be taking offers on Sam Carrick. Dowd is a face-off specialist, fits a role on a playoff teams fourth line, can kill penalties and bring an edge. He'll fit in swimmingly with the Golden Knights.

The Edmonton Oilers acquired forward Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for forward Andrew Mangiapagne and a conditional 2027 first round pick (3/4/26)

Again, no secret Edmonton is looking to piece together their best roster heading into the playoffs. The Mangiapagne peice of this is the fact that they need to dump salary which likely plays into the fact that they gave up a first rounder in this deal. Dickinson is a good depth forward and Dach is a guy that can maybe be a role player down the road.

The Utah Mammoth acquire defenseman Mackenzie Weeger from the Calgary Flames in exchange for defenseman Olli Maatta, forward Jonathan Castagna, and three 2026 second round picks (3/4/26)

A bit of a surprise as there wasn't a ton of chatter surrounding Weegar who has only ever played in Calgary. What isn't a surprise is that Calgary is going to be selling and Utah is making moves to get into the postseason. This is a trade that makes sense for both sides

**UPDATE (1p.m. 3/5/26) Parayko has decided NOT to waive his trade protection in this scenario and therefore will NOT be going to the Buffalo Sabres. Reports suggest Parayko could still be open to a trade, just not to Buffalo.

PENDING The Buffalo Sabres acquire defenseman Colton Parayko from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for defenseman Radim Mrtka and a first round pick (3/4/26)

This trade as of Thursday afternoon is not official given the fact this trade is still pending. The rumored return is defenseman Radim Mrtka and a first round pick Colton Parayko's decision to waive his full no trade clause is what is holding this deal up. As is his right, Parayko is taking his time to make the decision. Assuming it goes through, which many feel will be the case, this is a pretty good gamble for the Sabres who are rumored to be a dark horse player at this year's trade deadline.

The Colorado Avalanche acquire defenseman Nick Blankenburg from the Nashville Predators in exchange for 2027 fifth round pick (3/4/26)

It's funny, if Blankenburg was a couple of inches taller, he surely would have cost at least a third. A speedy, offensive-defenseman that plays taller than he is (5-9) and can move the puck, Blankenburg essentially takes on some of what Samuel Girard did for Colorado, just on the right side. Not a bad pick up as Colorado bolsters their blue line for the playoffs. As for Nashville, tidy business picking up three draft picks for some depth players.

The Dallas Stars acquired defenseman Tyler Myers from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for a 2027 second round pick and a 2029 fourth round pick (3/4/26)

In line with the Murphy trade, Dallas doesn't have a ton of options on the right side of their blue line. Myers has McCarron size but the defensive responsibilities of Murphy. It's a good pick up for Dallas and not an egregious price to pay.

The Vegas Golden Knights acquire forward Cole Smith from the Nashville Predators in exchange for defenseman Christian Sedoff and a 2028 third round pick (3/4/26)

Similar concept as with the McCarron trade, Vegas is a playoff team and a depth piece like Cole Smith helps. Sedoff probably never sniffs the NHL and a third round pick isn't nothing but a justifiable asset to give up for a guy who can help you potentially win now.

The Minnesota Wild acquire forward Michael McCarron from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a 2028 second round pick (3/4/26)

This one is certainly interesting. Playoff teams are always looking for depth at the trade deadline but paying a second rounder for a career fourth liner is certainly a choice. McCarron is a right winger that can slot in at center if needed and at 6-6, 232 pounds, has enticing size. The kicker of course, is the USA Hockey ties both he and Wild GM Bill Guerin share.

The Edmonton Oilers acquired defenseman Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for a 2028 second round pick (3/4/26)

It's no secret the Oilers are going to do as much buying as they possibly can to try and help make this the year Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl finally lead their team to the promised land. With Evan Bouchard and former Rangers prospect Ty Emberson being the only right shot defensemen on the Oilers' blue line, bringing in a seasoned veteran like Murphy who can slot in on the second pairing makes plenty of sense ahead of the postseason.