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NHL Trade Deadline: Limited Moves Amid New Salary Caps

3/3/2026

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The NHL trade deadline activity is subdued due to changes to the collective bargaining agreement, including a playoff salary cap and double salary retention restrictions.
Team executives say limited supply and demand for available players constrains discussions.
Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning are among teams expected to make moves.
Still, the overall market remains restrained and the deadline may spur shifts as teams reassess.

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Story summary

The NHL trade deadline activity is subdued due to changes to the collective bargaining agreement, including a playoff salary cap and double salary retention restrictions.
Team executives say limited supply and demand for available players constrains discussions.
Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning are among teams expected to make moves.
Still, the overall market remains restrained and the deadline may spur shifts as teams reassess.