‘You’re playing poker’: NHL teams navigating pandemic trade deadline

“When I’m the seller, I’m answering the phones and I’ve got somebody that people want — I control it a little bit more,” said Holland, now GM of the Edmonton Oilers.

Despite the swaps already made, some notable names remain out there, including Buffalo winger Taylor Hall, Blue Jackets captain Nick Foligno and St.

“I don’t know if it’s going to be as busy as in past years,” Holland, whose Oilers currently sit third in the North Division, said this week.

“The vibe I get and the conversations I’ve had with the team is it really hasn’t been a factor with this season and this team.

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