NHL's Original Six teams consider key trades for roster upgrades
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:17 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Trade suggestions have emerged for all six Original Six NHL teams as they look to enhance their rosters. The Montreal Canadiens are advised to pursue a center, with Mathew Barzal or Dylan Larkin as potential targets. The Toronto Maple Leafs may trade Morgan Rielly to alleviate salary cap issues. The Chicago Blackhawks need to add scoring with Connor Bedard currently injured. The Boston Bruins aim for a top-line center, while the Detroit Red Wings are encouraged to move Dylan Larkin, who has expressed a desire to be traded. The New York Rangers require a reliable bottom-six player to improve their depth.
- •Montreal Canadiens target Mathew Barzal or Dylan Larkin for center position.
- •Toronto Maple Leafs may trade Morgan Rielly to address cap space.
- •Chicago Blackhawks seek additional scoring options with Connor Bedard injured.
- •Boston Bruins looking for a first-line center to enhance competitiveness.
- •Detroit Red Wings encouraged to trade Dylan Larkin after his trade request.
- 1:17 PMYahoo Sports — 1 NHL trade every ‘Original Six’ team needs to make
"All six original NHL teams would benefit from these moves.
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