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NHL Rumors: Speculation circling about the teams on Alex DeBrincat’s list of trade destinations

Alex DeBrincat submitted a list of preferred trade destinations. There’s been speculation in the past week over which teams could be on that list. The Ottawa Senators could trade the restricted free agent during this offseason after learning from DeBrincat’s agent that he’s not interested in sticking around in Ottawa. It’s becoming more and more likely that an offseason trade will include DeBrincat.

The Senators would benefit the most from sending DeBrincat to a team he’d want to sign an extension with because that would increase the value of the return the Senators receive. Some teams that are considered possibilities for the trade list are the Detroit Red Wings, Vegas Golden Knights, Florida Panthers, Dallas Stars, and Nashville Predators. Detroit is very likely on the list since DeBrincat is from the area.

The 25 year old winger just finished a three-year $19.2 million contract. He scored 27 goals this past season. DeBrincat previously played for the Chicago Blackhawks. He has been to the Stanley Cup Playoffs just once in his six year career so far. His preferred trade destinations list likely includes multiple teams that are expected to make playoff runs over the next several years. If the Senators deal DeBrincat this offseason, it’s likely to be a very intriguing trade.