NHL 2024-25 Trade Deadline: Full Breakdown of Key Deals, Analysis, and Expert Insights

The 2024-25 NHL trade deadline is set for March 7, 2025, at 3 p.m. ET, but the action has been heating up since the season began. Below, we break down every major trade, analyze the impact, and provide expert commentary to keep you informed on how these moves are reshaping the league.

Recent NHL Trades

February 27, 2025

Minnesota Wild acquire: C Tyler Madden
Los Angeles Kings acquire: D Joseph Cecconi

February 26, 2025

Nashville Predators acquire: RW Jesse Ylonen
Tampa Bay Lightning acquire: C Anthony Angello

February 25, 2025

Anaheim Ducks acquire: G Ville Husso
Detroit Red Wings acquire: Future considerations

February 18, 2025

Nashville Predators acquire: LW Grigori Denisenko
Vegas Golden Knights acquire: Future considerations

February 13, 2025

St. Louis Blues acquire: RW Corey Andonovski
Pittsburgh Penguins acquire: RW Mathias Laferriere

Key Insights

The Predators continue to add depth: Nashville has been aggressive in acquiring young talent, positioning themselves as a contender for the playoffs.
Goaltending shift in Anaheim: The Ducks’ acquisition of Ville Husso signals a commitment to solidifying their defense as they gear up for a playoff push.
Tampa Bay’s youth movement: By trading for Anthony Angello, the Lightning are focusing on developing their next generation of stars.

Grades and Analysis

Our team of experts has graded each trade, evaluating how it benefits both teams involved. For example:

Minnesota Wild & Los Angeles Kings: The Wild get a promising center in Tyler Madden, while the Kings acquire a reliable defenseman in Joseph Cecconi. Grade: B+
Nashville Predators & Tampa Bay Lightning: This deal adds depth to the Predators’ forward line, but the Lightning may have given up too soon on Ylonen. Grade: B-