The recent NHL trade and free agent rumors have fueled speculation about potential offseason moves. Teams eliminated from the playoffs can trade amongst themselves once the season ends, but most activity resumes following the postseason. The free agent market begins on July 1, with most of the top talent re-signing with current teams. Vincent Trocheck, signed through 2028-29 with an affordable $5.63 million annual cap hit, was the most likely to be traded. However, Rangers general manager Chris Drury reportedly refused to lower his asking price for Trocheck. The New York Rangers could find better offers for Troche in the offseason, as they have more cap space to work with to fit his contract within their salary-cap budgets. The St. Louis Blues have been in sell mode since November, with Robert Thomas among the notable players considered trade bait. Will the Vancouver Canucks find any buyers for Elias Pettersson, who has struggled since his career-best performance in 2022?