The NHL preseason is over and the curtain is about to rise on another regular season. As teams prepare their rosters for the upcoming schedule, several trade rumors have made the rounds.
Some of the speculation focused upon potential 2016 free agents like Tampa Bay Lightning center Steven Stamkos and Philadelphia Flyers forward Brayden Schenn (pictured above). Some involved teams attempting to free up salary-cap room, like the Chicago Blackhawks. Others involved struggling young players, like Montreal Canadiens defenseman Jarred Tinordi.
Here's a look at the hottest NHL trade rumors at the start of the 2015-16 season, providing analysis and examining the potential outcomes.