Pittsburgh Hockey Insider has no direct affiliation to the Pittsburgh Penguins, NHL or NHLPA
Aaron Ekblad linked to Original Six team thanks to Blockbuster trade proposal
Aaron Ekblad is about to enter the final year of his eight-year mega deal with the Florida Panthers, and now, trade rumors are running amock.
The superstar defenseman was a huge reason why the Panthers were able to make a Stanley Cub Final run this year. However, he is now being linked to various teams thanks to trade proposals. Recently, PuckPedia's PuckGM tool came through with a proposal that would see Ekblad on the Detroit Red Wings.
Essentially, all the Panthers would get in return is Ben Chiarot and a second-rounder in 2026. One has to wonder whether or not this PuckGM tool is actually working at full capacity.
The Red Wings are a team that has been rebuilding and are now working towards the playoffs. Having said that, going after Ekblad could end up being a worthwhile excursion for the franchise.
Do you believe that Aaron Ekblad will actually get traded? Let us know in the poll down below. Additionally, stay tuned to Hockey Unplugged for the latest news and updates from around the hockey world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite teams and players.
Source: Red Wings Insider
Star defenseman linked to Detroit Red Wings in a blockbuster trade
Star defenseman linked to Detroit Red Wings in a blockbuster trade
| POLL | ||
AOUT 8 | 68 ANSWERS Aaron Ekblad linked to Original Six team thanks to Blockbuster trade proposal Will Aaron Ekblad really get traded? | ||
| YES | 31 | 45.6 % |
| NO | 37 | 54.4 % |
| List of polls | ||