NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest On Connor Hellebuyck, Jason Robertson, Mason McTavish And More
The NHL draft weekend is upon us, and the buzz in the trade market is reaching a fever pitch.
Trade rumors intensified on Thursday evening, particularly those about Dallas Stars left winger Jason Robertson.
Here's the latest on the notable stars in the rumor mill.
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Mason McTavish, C, Anaheim Ducks
The Hockey News' Remy Mastey cited reports indicating the New York Rangers and St. Louis Blues have made trade offers for McTavish.
It's believed Vincent Trocheck is not part of the Rangers' offer.
The Blues are seeking a second-line center and have four first-round picks in this year's draft to draw on for trade bait.
Vincent Trocheck, C, New York Rangers
Peter Baugh and Vincent Z. Mercogliano reported Rangers GM Chris Drury still hopes to get a young NHL player as part of a package return for Trocheck.
The Minnesota Wild have faded as a destination, but several other clubs in need of a second-line center have expressed interest.
Drury might have to wait until Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin is traded before he can find a suitable deal for Trocheck.
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Pavel Zacha, C, Boston Bruins
Steve Conroy of the Boston Herald reported Bruins GM Don Sweeney said all options remain on the table as he attempts to improve his roster, including moving a roster player.
Conroy speculated the Bruins are getting plenty of calls about Zacha, but Sweeney remains committed to getting the 29-year-old center signed to a contract extension.
Kirill Marchenko, RW, Columbus Blue Jackets
Teams in the market for a top-six winger are calling about the 25-year-old Marchenko. Sportsnet's Eric Engels reported the Blue Jacketsaren't shopping him. However, he's an RFA with arbitration rights next summer, so there's uncertainty over whether they can re-sign him if they don't improve this season.
The Montreal Canadiens were among the interested teams, but LeBrun said the Jackets gave them "a big fat no."
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This story was originally published June 26, 2026 at 8:22 AM.