Overview

• The Predators acquired defenseman Nicolas Hague in a three-player deal and signed him to a four-year, $22 million contract with a $5.5 million annual cap hit.
• Vegas received defenseman Jeremy Lauzon and center Colton Sissons in return, shifting salary obligations as part of the trade.
• Nashville’s signing of Hague addresses shortcomings on its blue line after missing the playoffs in two of the past three seasons.
• By trading Hague, the Golden Knights have created cap flexibility to pursue marquee free agents such as Mitch Marner.
• The transaction finalizes roster moves made on the eve of the NHL’s free-agency window opening June 30.