NHL Trade Deadline: Kadri, Trocheck, and Coleman Lead the Charge
Published February 27, 2026 | 247sports.news
Championship Trio Top Trade Bait Board
As the March 6th NHL trade deadline looms, three forwards with proven championship pedigrees are generating significant buzz: Calgary Flames’ Nazem Kadri, New York Rangers’ Vincent Trocheck, and Calgary Flames’ Blake Coleman. These players are at the forefront of trade speculation as teams gear up for a playoff push.
According to TSN, a hat trick of forwards with championship timbre head up the TSN Trade Bait Board one week from the NHL Deadline Day.
Nazem Kadri: A Proven Playmaker
Currently ranked No. 1 on the TSN Trade Bait Board, the 35-year-old Kadri has been showcasing his offensive prowess with three consecutive two-point games, including a two-goal performance against the San Jose Sharks on Thursday. He was a key contributor to the 2022 champion Colorado Avalanche
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This season, Kadri has recorded 12 goals and 41 points in 57 games, demonstrating his continued ability to drive offensive production.
Vincent Trocheck: Olympic Gold Medalist
Trocheck, a 32-year-old all-around center, comes in at No. 2 on the TSN list. He played a crucial role on the perfect penalty-killing unit (17-for-17) on the perfect 2026 Olympic gold medal-winning USA team (6-0)
. His versatility and defensive capabilities craft him a valuable asset for any contending team.
Trocheck has tallied 12 goals and 47 points in 44 games this season.
Blake Coleman: Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion
Rounding out the top three is Coleman, a 34-year-old left winger. He is one of only two Flame forwards with a double-digit plus-minus (+10) and brings a winning mentality, having been a member of the back-to-back champion Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020 and 2021
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Coleman has 13 goals and 21 points in 45 games this season.
Other Notable Players on the Trade Bait Board
Beyond the top three, Robert Thomas (St. Louis Blues) and Tyler Myers (Vancouver Canucks) complete the top five on the TSN Trade Bait Board.
- Robert Thomas (C, StL): 26 years old, 42 games played, 11 goals, 33 points
- Tyler Myers (RD, Van): 36 years old, 57 games played, 1 goal, 8 points
Top 50 Trade Candidates (February 27)
| No. | Player | Pos | Age | GP | G | P | Cap Hit | 2026-27 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nazem Kadri | C | 35 | 57 | 12 | 41 | $7M | 3 Years |
| 2 | Vincent Trocheck | C | 32 | 44 | 12 | 37 | $5.625M | 3 Years |
| 3 | Blake Coleman | LW | 34 | 45 | 13 | 21 | $4.9M | 1 Year |
| 4 | Robert Thomas | C | 26 | 42 | 11 | 33 | $8.125M | 5 Years |
| 5 | Tyler Myers | RD | 36 | 57 | 1 | 8 | $3M | 1 Year |
FAQ
- When is the NHL trade deadline? The NHL trade deadline is March 6th.
- Who are the top players potentially available? Nazem Kadri, Vincent Trocheck, and Blake Coleman are currently considered the most prominent players on the trade market.