What happened: Sportsnet insider Nick Kypreos has published the latest edition of his recurring Trade Board, version 7.0, billed as a first look at the coming NHL off-season. The piece previews players and storylines expected to drive the summer trade and free-agent market. No specific players, teams, or deals are confirmed in the source signal.

Why it matters: Trade boards from established insiders set the agenda for off-season speculation, shaping fan expectations and early on player movement and futures. With the 2025-26 postseason still underway, an off-season preview signals which names front offices may be circling once their playoff runs end. Early boards often move the needle on player-prop and Stanley Cup futures pricing.

What to watch: Watch for the named targets and tiers in the full Sportsnet column, and whether subsequent board updates corroborate any specific trade or free-agency rumors as teams are eliminated from the playoffs.