Kadri Tops Trade Bait List as NHL Deadline Nears
The NHL Trade Deadline is approaching quickly, slated for March 6 at 3 p.m. A notable player leading the trade speculation is Nazem Kadri from the Calgary Flames. Alongside him are Vincent Trocheck of the New York Rangers and Blake Coleman, also from the Flames. Each of these forwards has a championship pedigree.
Kadri Leads Trade Bait List as Deadline Approaches
Nazem Kadri, a 35-year-old center, is currently showcasing impressive form. He has recorded three consecutive two-point games, including a standout performance with two goals against San Jose. Kadri was part of the Colorado Avalanche team that won the Stanley Cup in 2022. This season, he has tallied 12 goals and 41 points across 57 games.
Other Key Players on the Trade Bait Board
Vincent Trocheck, a versatile 32-year-old center, is another valuable asset. He contributed to the perfect penalty-killing unit that helped the USA secure gold at the 2026 Olympics. Trocheck has scored 12 goals and accumulated 47 points in just 44 games this season.
Blake Coleman, 34, plays as a left winger and has been crucial for the Flames. He has a double-digit plus-minus rating of plus-10 and played a key role in the back-to-back championship teams of the Tampa Bay Lightning in both 2020 and 2021. Coleman has netted 13 goals and 21 points in 45 games this season.
Top Trade Bait Rankings
Other players rounding out the top of the trade bait list include:
- Robert Thomas (St. Louis Blues) – 26 years old, 42 games, 11 goals, 22 assists
- Tyler Myers (Vancouver Canucks) – 36 years old, 57 games, 1 goal, 7 assists
| Player | Team | Position | Age | Games Played | Goals | Points | Cap Hit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | Calgary Flames | C | 35 | 57 | 12 | 41 | $7M |
| Vincent Trocheck | New York Rangers | C | 32 | 44 | 12 | 47 | $5.625M |
| Blake Coleman | Calgary Flames | LW | 34 | 45 | 13 | 21 | $4.9M |
| Robert Thomas | St. Louis Blues | C | 26 | 42 | 11 | 33 | $8.125M |
| Tyler Myers | Vancouver Canucks | RD | 36 | 57 | 1 | 8 | $3M |
As the NHL Trade Deadline approaches, Kadri and fellow forwards Trocheck and Coleman remain at the forefront of trade discussions. Their championship experience and current performance make them highly sought after as teams look to strengthen their rosters for playoff runs.
