As the trade deadline approaches, Bill Armstrong of the Utah Hockey Club expressed confidence in the team's recent acquisitions, including John Marino and Mikhail Sergachev, as critical to their success. With a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, Armstrong emphasized the importance of maintaining team chemistry, suggesting they would only pursue trades that could significantly enhance their roster.

Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell confirmed no serious trade discussions regarding Ivan Provorov, while the St. Louis Blues' Doug Armstrong noted they were active in trade talks but chose to hold onto their key players, indicating a cautious approach to roster adjustments.

The Vancouver Canucks are exploring the possibility of trading Teddy Blueger, a forward who has developed a solid role with the team. The Canucks are reportedly open to offers, and his performance could attract interest from other teams in need of forward depth.

In related news, the San Jose Sharks have made it known that they are listening to offers for defenseman Mario Ferraro. Although this doesn’t guarantee a trade, the Sharks are evaluating their options as they look to make improvements. The Edmonton Oilers have expressed particular interest in adding defense, creating a potential match if the Sharks decide to move Ferraro.

Furthermore, the Columbus Blue Jackets have affirmed that they will not trade Ivan Provorov and intend to continue negotiations for a contract extension, indicating a commitment to retain their key players despite the ongoing trade discussions across the league.

Seattle Kraken forward Yanni Gourde and fellow teammate Oliver Bjorkstrand are at the center of trade discussions with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The potential trade hinges on a $3.5 million salary cap gap, leaving Seattle or a third party responsible for covering part of the salary. Meanwhile, the Utah Hockey Club is actively seeking to upgrade their roster, possibly offloading Matias Maccelli. The St. Louis Blues are likely to keep their roster intact, as Brayden Schenn prefers to stay, though he has intrigued other teams. Lastly, the Columbus Blue Jackets are exploring options for a middle-six forward but are hesitant to offer long-term contracts as they negotiate with Ivan Provorov.

Trade rumors swirl around Brock Boeser as the Vancouver Canucks appear open to parting with the forward amid stalled contract discussions. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Wild are expected to make trades while adhering to a strict 'penny in and penny out' strategy, with Joel Eriksson Ek and Kirill Kaprizov anticipated to return before season's end.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are holding firm on their roster, despite interest in defenseman Ivan Provorov, and are not considering trades for veteran players. In contrast, the St. Louis Blues are not budging on their asking price for Brayden Schenn, indicating their commitment to retaining their assets as they navigate the playoff race.

The Boston Bruins are seemingly committed to re-signing Brad Marchand, despite some uncertainty surrounding his future with the team. General Manager Don Sweeney indicated that while the team is negotiating an extension, they are open to discussions regarding Marchand’s potential trade value. The pressure is on Sweeney to ensure a fruitful reload of the roster, particularly as the trade deadline approaches. Interest from multiple teams including the Colorado Avalanche, Edmonton Oilers, and New Jersey Devils has been noted, suggesting that Marchand could fetch a significant return if the Bruins decide to explore trade options.

Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets are taking a different approach. GM Don Waddell has emphasized that they are not looking to sell at the deadline, focusing instead on developing their assets. The Blue Jackets may look to add players rather than part with key assets, particularly with Ivan Provorov being described as their best shutdown defenseman. This stance is indicative of a broader strategy aimed at building rather than dismantling their roster.