The trade market is heating up, with two deals yesterday that indicate a willingness to sell. Though much of the action may come down to the very last day, this week will be filled with preparations. We’ll keep track of all those minor moves right here, as teams set their roster for a big deadline splash.
- The Detroit Red Wings have recalled Jared Coreau now that they’ve moved on from Petr Mrazek. Mrazek was dealt last night to the Philadelphia Flyers, opening up an opportunity for Coreau to establish himself full-time at the NHL level. The 26-year old has a .916 save percentage in the minor leagues this season, his fourth straight excellent year in the AHL.
- Morgan Klimchuk has been sent back to the minor leagues just a day after making his NHL debut. The Calgary Flames forward is a first-round pick from 2013, but will have to wait to lock down a full-time spot on the NHL roster.
- The Vancouver Canucks have recalled Richard Bachman while Jacob Markstrom deals with an injury. Bachman has actually made 47 appearances in his career, though only 15 of those have come since 2013. The 30-year old goaltender won’t be relied upon for many starts, but does give the Canucks an experienced option to help Anders Nilsson.