In another NHL Trade Talk Recap (Dec. 21), the NHL Trade Talk site covered the Oilers’ thrilling OT win over the Sharks, Paul Coffey’s bold Stanley Cup prediction, and a comparison of nine seasons of greatness between Wayne Gretzky and Connor McDavid.
In Maple Leafs news, topics ranged from Auston Matthews’ injury setback and LTIR debate to their most regrettable trades, Matt Murray’s AHL reassignment, and a breakdown of their 6-3 win against the Sabres.
Elsewhere, NHL Trade Talk recapped Sam Bennett’s potential Flames reunion, the Rangers’ Matt Rempe facing suspension, and an AI-curated list of the most surprising trades in NHL history.
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Matt Rempe’s Future in Question After Latest Controversial Hit
New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe is facing a potentially significant suspension following a dangerous hit on Dallas Stars’ Miro Heiskanen. This is Rempe’s fourth ejection in just 22 NHL games and it raises serious concerns about his discipline and future in the league. Can Rempe adjust his reckless style of play, or is his NHL career already on thin ice?
The Oilers Battled Back Against A Game Askarov and the Sharks
The Edmonton Oilers started slowly but rallied in the final two periods, dramatically outshooting the San Jose Sharks. Yaroslav Askarov stood on his head for the Sharks in goal, making 41 saves. Still, it wasn’t enough as Mattias Ekholm tied the game with 17 seconds remaining, and Leon Draisaitl won it 18 seconds into overtime.
Matthews News and Five Trades Maple Leafs Fans Wish Never Happened
Auston Matthews was out of action for the Toronto Maple Leafs, having re-aggravated an injury after a crosscheck in a game against the Buffalo Sabres. It’s unclear how much time he’ll miss, but if he’s not ready to return for the Leafs, is it best to shut him down until he’s 100 percent?
Meanwhile, the Maple Leafs’ history includes several trades that backfired spectacularly, from sacrificing future Hall of Famers to alienating fans by trading beloved stars, leaving “what if” questions that still linger today. Are the Maple Leafs doomed to repeat their trade blunders, or have they finally learned from their past mistakes?
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The Most Shocking Trades in NHL History
From Wayne Gretzky’s stunning move to Los Angeles to Patrick Roy’s dramatic exit from Montreal, these trades shook the hockey world and redefined the NHL landscape forever. What do these blockbuster trades say about loyalty, strategy, and the unpredictable nature of the NHL?
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