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Vegas Knights Free Up Cap Space, Predators Strengthen Defense

2/8/2025

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The Vegas Golden Knights have put center William Karlsson on long-term injured reserve, freeing up crucial salary cap space. In a flurry of moves, they recalled Alexander Holtz and Akira Schmid while sending Raphael Lavoie back down. Meanwhile, the Nashville Predators bolstered their defense by acquiring Mark Friedman from the Canucks, as the Chicago Blackhawks gear up for the trade deadline to support their emerging young talent.

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The Vegas Golden Knights have put center William Karlsson on long-term injured reserve, freeing up crucial salary cap space. In a flurry of moves, they recalled Alexander Holtz and Akira Schmid while sending Raphael Lavoie back down. Meanwhile, the Nashville Predators bolstered their defense by acquiring Mark Friedman from the Canucks, as the Chicago Blackhawks gear up for the trade deadline to support their emerging young talent.