As February 28 approaches, it's looking more and more like this year's edition of the trade deadline will be one of the more active deadlines in recent history. It's beginning to seem like half the NHL is on the trading block.
However, it's not just the players. The closer it gets, the more teams are beginning to look like like they will be active on deadline day.
Teams in the playoff picture are looking for players that will help secure them a coveted postseason berth.
The clubs that inhabit the NHL's basement will likely hold fire-sales, becoming sellers and distributing their veterans for prospects and picks.
Another factor that contributes to the excitement surrounding this season's cut-off date is injuries. Teams are seeing their top players become victimized by the injury bug.
Unexpected events like such are often what cause a team to make a trade.
Will your team make a move?
Probably.
Veterans, rookies and possible future stars are all on the table on deadline day. Here are the Top 25 available players.
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NHL Trade Rumors: The Top 25 Available Players
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