NHL Trade Deadline 2024: Key Moves and Missed Opportunities

The 2024 NHL trade deadline saw significant trades and strategic moves, but also notable absences and potential deals that fell through.

The Vegas Golden Knights emerged as the deadline's standout, securing Tomáš Hertl, Noah Hanifin, and Anthony Mantha, raising their Cup contention status.
The New Jersey Devils' efforts to acquire a top goaltender fell short, leading to alternative acquisitions and raising questions about their playoff prospects.
Several teams, including the Vancouver Canucks and New York Islanders, remained relatively quiet, sparking debates on their strategies and future moves.
The Boston Bruins and Carolina Hurricanes made conservative moves, focusing on depth while maintaining their strong positions in the league.
Young goaltenders like Yaroslav Askarov and Dustin Wolf are highlighted as players to watch, potentially impacting their teams' future strategies.