NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest Buzz On Jason Robertson, Dylan Larkin And Alexander Nikishin
The ongoing uncertainty over Jason Robertson's future with the Dallas Stars made him the subject of media trade chatter.
While both sides continue to negotiate a new contract, the 26-year-old left winger recently reportedly rejected a trade to the Seattle Kraken last week by declining their eight-year contract offer.
Robertson is an RFA with arbitration rights. If he files for arbitration by the July 5 deadline, he'll become ineligible to sign an offer sheet with another team.
Where Does Dylan Larkin Fit Now? Re-Evaluating His Fit On Panthers, Golden Knights And Wild
Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin requested a trade and reportedly wants to go to either the Florida Panthers, Vegas Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild. After July 1, does a trade with any of them look likely?
Turning to the New York Rangers, the team made news Friday by announcing Quentin Dolan, the son of James Dolan, is the new president, chief operating officer and alternate governor of the Original Six club. He's assuming day-to-day responsibilities of the franchise while James Dolan steps back.
Quentin Dolan will work closely with GM Chris Drury, who was active this week in the trade market and free agency,
Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported Tuesday that the Rangers were interested in Alexander Nikishin. It's believed the Carolina Hurricanes are open to moving the 24-year-old defenseman, who is an RFA coming off his entry-level contract.
Friedman indicated the Rangers offered up draft picks, including a first-rounder, but the Hurricanes wanted a player in return. He felt the Blueshirts would try again as they really like Nikishin.
However, it remains to be seen if the Rangers have room for Nikishin after making a series of signings and trades since July 1, including the acquisitions of defenseman Sean Durzi from Utah and blueliner Marcus Pettersson from Vancouver.
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This story was originally published July 3, 2026 at 11:28 AM.