Predators GM Poile retires, ex-coach Trotz returns

With the NHL’s trading deadline looming on Friday, Nashville general manager David Poile announced on Sunday that he is retiring, and he will be replaced by former Predators longtime coach Barry Trotz, who won a Stanley Cup with Washington in 2018.

Rangers’ Miller spits on Kings’ Doughty, ejected

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty was spit on by New York’s K’Andre Miller during the first period Sunday, and the Rangers defenseman received a match penalty, was ejected, and may be subject to further discipline after the NHL reviews the case.

Canadiens get younger up front, deal for Gurianov in forward swap with Stars

The Montreal Canadiens have acquired forward Denis Gurianov from the Dallas Stars in exchange for forward Evgenii Dadonov, the team announced Sunday.

Canucks: A rebuild of Russian winger Vitali Kravtsov could pay dividends

A good renovation can turn an average house into a stunning home. A good reconstruction of a National Hockey League player can turn struggles and self-doubt into confidence and consistent production.

Beyond Patrick Kane, much uncertainty ahead of NHL trade deadline

The NHL’s top contenders did not wait until the last minute to do their shopping before the trade deadline.

Oilers looking forward to facing NHL’s best in Boston Bruins

The Oilers consider themselves an elite team and are looking forward to trading blows with the Bruins.

OILERS NOTES: Eyes forward after disappointing loss in Columbus

The Blue Jackets are sitting at the bottom of the NHL standings, and the Oilers failed to start the afternoon contest on time in a 6-5 loss.

Beyond Patrick Kane, much uncertainty ahead of Friday’s NHL trade deadline

A handful of big moves already have been made around the NHL, including a couple on Sunday, and many more are expected before Friday’s 3 p.m. ET deadline. Patrick Kane going from Chicago to the New York Rangers is the most predictable deal on the docket.

The Skate: About the Canucks’ biggest fan in Ukraine and the team’s trading future

Artem Zhurakovksy on how the Canucks are providing him a mental escape from the war in Ukraine. Plus, more on Brock Boeser and Luke Schenn.

Beyond Kane, much uncertainty ahead of NHL trade deadline