The NHL trade deadline is two months away but the Blackhawks will be sellers, likely dealing Taylor Hall due to their poor season.

The NHL trade deadline will be here sooner than you think, especially with a two-week break in the schedule for February’s 4 Nations Face-Off. With the Chicago Blackhawks dead last in the standings, general manager Kyle Davidson will likely spend more time over the next months evaluating draft prospects and taking calls leading up to the March 7 deadline.

The Montreal Canadiens could be buyers and sellers by the NHL trade deadline, while the Ottawa Senators are a topic of trade speculation during goalie Linus Ullmark's injury.

It will not be easy to rebuild, but it is better for the Islanders to try to right the ship and fail than to not try at all.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the New York Islanders vs. Vegas Golden Knights NHL game to be played on January 9, 2025 on ESPN.

Mark Stone had a goal and an assist as the Vegas Golden Knights beat the San Jose Sharks 4-2 on Tuesday night. Zach Whitecloud, Victor Olofsson and Tomas Hertl also scored to help Vegas extend its winning streak to three games.