My NHL Trade Rumors · Jul 15, 2021
NHL Rumors: Vladimir Tarasenko, Expansion Draft, and Calgary Flames
Corey Pronman and Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic: At this point, the divorce is clear and waiting for finalization. Can Doug Armstrong find a suitor before the start of the 2021-22 season?
There is interest from several teams but at what cost? Seattle lacks interest in the oft-injured forward who at 29 has had three major shoulder surgeries. Tarasenko has the leverage in a deal and has given Armstrong ten teams he is willing to go to.
Most trades expect to be a downgrade now. No one knows how Tarasenko will respond post-surgery.
So, who offers the best deal? Both New York teams need along with Philadelphia, Vegas, and Boston. However, expect others teams to join in to increase the bidding.