US Olympic gold medalists request trades amid NHL changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 9:19 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Following the U.S. victory at the Olympics in February, multiple players from the team have requested trades. Brady Tkachuk has moved from Ottawa to Florida, Connor Hellebuyck has publicly demanded a trade from Winnipeg, and Dylan Larkin's future with Detroit is uncertain. Players cite a desire for more competitive opportunities after experiencing success with the national team. Zach Werenski remains in Columbus, while discussions about further moves, including the potential pairing of the Hughes brothers, continue. Auston Matthews has expressed intent to stay in Toronto, despite speculation about his future.
- •Brady Tkachuk moves to Florida; Connor Hellebuyck requests trade from Winnipeg.
- •Dylan Larkin's future with Detroit remains uncertain.
- •Players seek competitive opportunities after Olympic success.
- •Zach Werenski stays in Columbus; rumors about Hughes brothers persist.
- •Auston Matthews intends to remain with Toronto despite trade speculation.
- 9:19 PMYahoo Sports — US Olympic gold medal-winners asking for trades shakes up the NHL landscape
"What happened in Milan did not stay in Milan. It may have changed the course of NHL history. Since the U.S. won gold at the Olympics in February, three members of that team asked for a trade and another was the subject of serious trade talk that did not materialize.
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