Halford & Brough in the Morning Do The Trades, NHL!
Mar 5, 2026
Aarif (Arif) Deen, Colorado Hockey Now beat writer covering the Avalanche's roster and trade plans. Dan Rosen, NHL.com senior writer analyzing league trades and player fits. They unpack trade rumors, team deadline strategies, fit possibilities for players like Kadri and Trocheck, and how deadline moves shape playoff matchups. Quick, sharp trade chatter and roster priorities.
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Parayko Trade Depends On His Willingness To Move
- Colton Parayko trade hinges on Parayko waiving his no-movement clause and personal willingness to relocate.
- Rosen noted many Blues players settle in St. Louis, making refusals understandable and impactful to trades.
Islanders Target Players With Term Not Just Rentals
- Islanders are moving beyond rentals and targeting players with term like Connor Garland to build a multi-year core.
- Rosen emphasized the Islanders want pieces who fit their system long term rather than short playoff rentals.
Young Star Reignited Islanders Fan Base
- Matthew Barzal and Mathew Barzal-era excitement returned with rookie Matthew Beniers (Schaefer) energizing fans and attendance at UBS Arena.
- Rosen explained the move from Nassau to UBS felt sterile until a young star re-ignited the fan base.