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NHL Trade Rumors: 5 names to watch

By Dave Stevenson

Apr 5, 2016; Anaheim, CA, USA; Winnipeg Jets defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) anad Anaheim Ducks center Ryan Garbutt (16) battle for the puck in the first period during an NHL game at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 5, 2016; Anaheim, CA, USA; Winnipeg Jets defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) anad Anaheim Ducks center Ryan Garbutt (16) battle for the puck in the first period during an NHL game at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /
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Here are five NHL trade rumors to keep an eye on as the 2016-17 season begins. 

The 2016-17 NHL season might be just underway, but trade rumors are already starting to be passed around. Teams have previously unexpected needs and a few teams still need to clear some cap space. This could make for an interesting month of October, as teams might be willing to make moves early.

Jacob Trouba of the Winnipeg Jets is still holding out following his trade request. He could be headed out sooner rather than later, especially with the Jets having an eye on contending in the 2016-17 season. Cam Fowler of the Anaheim Ducks has had trade rumors following him for what seems like an eternity.

With the expansion draft in the not so distant future, might the Ducks move on from him? What will happen with Ondrej Pavelec? With Jonathan Huberdeau and Nick Bjugstad out, could the Florida Panthers make an early move? What about the New York Rangers and their crowded blue line?

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5. New York Rangers trading Dylan McIlrath?

According to Larry Brooks, the Rangers are hoping to trade young defenseman Dylan McIlrath. He is a bit surplus with Adam Clendening impressing the Rangers and potentially taking his roster spot. Now, don’t expect the Rangers to field any calls until the health of defenseman Kevin Klein is known. He has missed several practices and won’t be playing in Thursday’s opener against the New York Islanders.

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McIlrath isn’t proven but has a bit of potential. His skating has improved quite a bit over the past two seasons and his size all but ensures he’ll get a shot somewhere else. The Edmonton Oilers are an obvious fit, as they need right-handed defensemen. So are the New Jersey Devils, but would the Rangers be willing to deal within the division?

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