The NHL trade deadline is fast approaching, which means the chatter and whispers surrounding various players is at a season high as teams look to position themselves for greater financial flexibility or a run at the Stanley Cup.
While there aren't likely to be any major blockbuster deals in the pipeline, the latest crop of rumors in advance of Monday's deadline suggests there are missing-piece deals to be made. While many teams in the postseason hunt are looking for rentals at this point, the more talented available players might just be the ones who have long-term contracts in place.
With that in mind, let's take a look a look at three of the latest trade rumors from around the league.
Joffrey Lupul
Canadian winger Joffrey Lupul has had more than his fair share of ups and downs since joining the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2010-11 season after a little over a year with the Anaheim Ducks (his second stint with that franchise).
A shoulder injury truncated a magnificent 2011-12 season, in which he garnered his only All-Star game appearance and scored 67 points in ...
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Article written by Nate Loop