What happened: The New Jersey Devils have traded defenseman Simon Nemec, the second overall selection in the 2022 NHL Draft, to the Calgary Flames. In return, New Jersey lands a package built around draft picks plus Morin. The deal sends a young, puck-moving blueliner to Calgary as the Flames retool.

Why it matters: Moving a former No. 2 overall pick marks a clear shift in New Jersey's blue-line plans, trading a known prospect for future flexibility and draft capital. For Calgary, adding a defenseman still on the early arc of his career gives the back end a long-term piece to build around heading into the 2025-26 season.

What to watch: Watch how Calgary slots Nemec into its defensive group next season and what New Jersey does with the incoming draft capital.