Deadline Tracker Heats Up as NHL Calls Start Flying

The rumor mill is working overtime, and that usually means the real action is just behind the curtain. The Athletic’s trade deadline tracker is sorting through the latest rumors and deals, which is front-office code for phones ringing, GMs posturing, and somebody trying to buy low before the market gets weird. This is where a quiet Tuesday turns into a full-scale chess match, with every contender hunting for the one move that changes the bracket.