The Fourth Period: Two sources are saying that the New York Islanders are getting closer to trade defenseman Johnny Boychuk.
The Islanders acquired two second-round picks for Devon Toews from the Colorado Avalanche, and are believed to be willing to package one of the picks with Boychuk.
Boychuk has two years left on his deal at a $6 million cap hit but only $5.25 million in salary.
The Islanders have spoken with the Detroit Red Wings.
Hall had multiple, multi-year offers
John Vogl: Taylor Hall said that the Buffalo Sabres had one- and two-year offers on the table.