Overview
- Insider David Pagnotta reported talks have intensified over the past few days and signaled a move could come in the next week or two.
- The reported asking price is a first-round pick plus a prospect, or a comparable NHL-ready return, with teams re-engaging on options.
- Kiefer Sherwood, a pending UFA, has 16 goals and 20 points in 39 games with a $1.5 million cap hit and ranks among the league leaders in hits.
- Elliotte Friedman suggested the Sharks as a potential suitor, while numerous contenders are seeking scoring help given limited supply.
- After dealing Quinn Hughes, Vancouver is operating as a seller and could also move other UFAs such as Evander Kane, with leadership inclined to act before the deadline.