NHL trade interest builds for Calgary Flames' Zach Whitecloud
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
As the 2026-27 NHL season progresses, trade interest in Calgary Flames defenseman Zach Whitecloud is increasing. Jeff Marek and David Pagnotta discussed on the DFO Insider Podcast that multiple teams are exploring options for Whitecloud, whom the Flames acquired last season. The Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens are reported to have interest in the player. Calgary is in a rebuilding stage, weighing the benefits of keeping seasoned veterans like Whitecloud against potential trade deals that could enhance their asset pool. Whitecloud has two years remaining on his contract with a cap hit of $2.75 million.
- •Interest in Whitecloud has grown among NHL teams as the season starts.
- •Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens are among interested teams.
- •Calgary has two years left on Whitecloud's $2.75 million contract.
- •The Flames are balancing rebuilding and retaining veteran players.
- •15 or more teams expressed interest in Whitecloud since last season.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — NHL Rumours: Trade Interest Growing for Calgary Flames Zach Whitecloud
"Welcome back to NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word On Hockey. With the 2026-27 season underway, rumours are ramping up as teams are discovering how they measure up against the opposition. As trade interest grows, and offers are sweetened, teams are forced to consider trading players they like. This is the case in …
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