What happened: The five forecasts have Minnesota trading Quinn Hughes and Connor Hellebuyck landing in Carolina. Kirill Marchenko is projected to move from Columbus to Montreal, while Anaheim deals Chris Kreider to clear cap space.

Why it matters: Hughes enters the final year of his contract without an extension or no-trade protection. A Hellebuyck deal would add a veteran goaltender to the defending Stanley Cup champions.

What to watch: Minnesota's contract talks with Hughes and Winnipeg's handling of Hellebuyck's trade request bear watching. Anaheim's negotiations with Cutter Gauthier could force a cap-clearing move.