Stanley Cup Playoffs
NHL teams complete flurry of trades at 2026 deadline
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The NHL trade deadline on March 6, 2026, saw a wave of deals as contenders bolstered rosters for the playoffs while rebuilding teams acquired draft picks and prospects. Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild emerged as key buyers, while St. Louis Blues and Calgary Flames focused on future assets. Emotional moves, including John Carlson's departure from Washington Capitals, highlighted the day's intensity.
The Montreal Canadiens secured a spot in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday when the Detroit Red Wings lost 5-4 to the Minnesota Wild. This clinch occurred without the Canadiens playing that day, following their 4-3 shootout victory over the New Jersey Devils on Saturday. Both the Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres hold 100 points in the Atlantic Division, but the Habs lead on points percentage.
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Two days after the Edmonton Oilers acquired defenseman Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks for a 2028 second-round pick, the 32-year-old veteran arrived in the city, received warm welcomes from stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, practiced with the team and is slated to debut Friday against the Carolina Hurricanes.