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On Monday, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman gave a new update on the situation surrounding Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin on his podcast, 32 Thoughts, saying it has become increasingly likely that the 30-year-old could expand his trade list to include the Montreal Canadiens.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / October 26

Elliotte Friedman delivers autopsy of Sabres' Connor Hellebuyck pursuit

Buffalo Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen never appeared desperate to land Connor Hellebuyck despite endless rumors linking his organization to the All-Star goaltender before the long-running ordeal finally ended with his trade to the New Jersey Devils.

Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / October 25

Montreal Canadiens should have a new trade target after Elliotte Friedman's report

On Saturday, Elliotte Friedman reported that the Washington Capitals have granted Ivan Miroshnichenko permission to seek a trade. The former first-round pick has only played in three games this season and is looking for an opportunity to play, and the Montreal Canadiens might be the team that can give him that.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 24

NHL Insider 'Blown Away' by What NHL Players Are Saying About Trade Requests

Elliotte Friedman says a recent run of private conversations with NHL players caught him off guard. Given that players are likely the first to stand up for their right to control their future and chart their own paths in the NHL, hearing that some feel they should lose that right when asking for a trade is surprising.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 22

Elliotte Friedman’s theory regarding Jakub Dobes

I don’t think I need to paint another picture of the Canadiens’ goalies. Everyone knows that right now, the team plays with more confidence when Jacob Fowler is in net.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / October 22

Maple Leafs Rumor: GM Ready to Make a Big Move

The Toronto Maple Leafs are ready to make a move. According to hockey insider Elliotte Friedman, it won’t be a small one. Toronto has a 5-4-2 record and is sitting fifth in the Atlantic Division.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / October 21

NHL Rumors: Devils could be moving defenseman Brenden Dillon, and it is revealed New Jersey is on one of 10 teams on the Dylan Larkin trade list

Are the New Jersey Devils looking to make a move on their blueline? Well, with defenseman Brenden Dillon not playing the last four games, he could be the odd man out, especially given how they are deploying Johnathan Kovacevic and Declan Chisholm.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 21

Can NHL teams miss or make the playoffs in October?

Sweaters and cool weather. Thanksgiving and pumpkin pie. Drama and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Some things just go together nicely this time of year. Early results and our overreactions to them?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 19

Rival teams think the Maple Leafs could be pushed into a panic trade

Word is spreading around the NHL that the Toronto Maple Leafs are feeling the heat, and some teams think they can use it. According to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, some believe Toronto can be talked into doing something it doesn’t really want to do.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Penguins' Trade Plans Emerge After Slow Start to 2026-27 Season

The Pittsburgh Penguins appear ready to accelerate their transition to a younger roster, with general manager Kyle Dubas willing to move veteran players for future assets.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Winnipeg Jets News / Sabre Noise / October 19

Elliotte Friedman names 4 NHL teams at forefront of Hellebuyck trade talks

Time is running out for the Winnipeg Jets to move Connor Hellebuyck before he can declare his intention to return to the organization, which suspended All-Star goalie after he failed to report for training camp following his public trade request.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Trade Talk / October 18

Penguins Ready to Trade Veterans to Make Room for Youth

The Pittsburgh Penguins appear ready to make room for their next generation, even if that means moving established players out of the lineup. During Saturday Headlines on October 17, Elliotte Friedman outlined Pittsburgh’s willingness to trade a veteran forward for future assets.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 18

Maple Leafs 'Premium Asset' Trade Has Disaster Written All Over It

The Toronto Maple Leafs are ready to make a move, and according to insider Elliotte Friedman, it won’t be a small one. Toronto sits at 3-4-2 and last in the Atlantic Division after a 4-1 loss to the Islanders, and injuries are starting to take a toll.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Major Maple Leafs Trade Plans Emerge After Injury Blow

The Toronto Maple Leafs are willing to pay a significant price to upgrade their defense while Chris Tanev remains sidelined. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman has reported that the Leafs have already set the parameters for what the franchise will accept in return.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 18

Maple Leafs Eyeing Blue-Line Splash, Not a Band-Aid, Says Insider

The Toronto Maple Leafs are open to another move, and insider Elliotte Friedman hints it won’t be a small one. After another loss — now (3-4-2) and last place in the Atlantic Division –and with key injuries starting to affect the roster, GM John Chayka is ready to swing big to find a game-changing defenseman or get younger.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / October 18

Report: Maple Leafs Blueline Upgrade Could Cost a Premium Asset

According to Elliotte Friedman, the Leafs are looking for help on defense and are prepared to pay a significant price for it. Two questions remain: which asset Toronto would move, and which defenseman it would target.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / October 19

Report: Maple Leafs will only move premium assets for difference maker on defence

The Toronto Maple Leafs will reportedly only move on from premium assets if they get a difference-maker back on the back end, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / October 17

Elliotte Friedman drops major update on Maple Leafs' defenseman search

The NHL's most active team may be back at it. According to reports from NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, the Toronto Maple Leafs are in the market for some help on the blue line.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Rumors / October 17

NHL Rumors: Friedman on the Travis Konecny Report

Flyers Puck: (audio clip) Elliotte Friedman on his 32 Thoughts: The Podcast on the Philadelphia Flyers and what has been going on there and Travis Konecny report.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / October 15

Elliotte Friedman reveals reason for Rangers scout at Sabres vs. Canadiens

New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury is planning to methodically review the NHL goalie trade market after superstar goaltender Igor Shesterkin suffered a season-ending knee injury.

San Jose Sharks News / Viral Sports News / October 14

San Jose Sharks Suddenly Dump 7-Year NHL Veteran

The San Jose Sharks have placed forward Alex Barré-Boulet on waivers, according to Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman. The 29-year-old was activated off injured reserve (undisclosed) and made available Wednesday, with the clear intent of assigning him to the AHL’s San Jose Barracuda once he clears.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Broad Street Buzz / October 12