Dallas News: The Dallas Stars would like to add a defenceman to their lineup before the NHL Trade Deadline. Listed amongst possible trade targets that might appeal to the Stars are pending UFA Cody Franson as well as Leafs captain Dion Phaneuf.
The Ottawa Sun: The Vancouver Canucks are rumoured to be in the market for a top-six forward. Bruce Garrioch of The Ottawa Sun believes that they may be willing to dangle goaltending help in order to add a piece up front. Look for Eddie Lack or Jacob Markstrom to be traded.
Detroit Free Press: The Detroit Red Wings will try and make a trade for one of the following before or at the NHL Trade Deadline: The Leafs Cody Franson, Capitals’ Mike Green, Buffalo’s Tyler Myers and Carolina D-man Justin Faulk.