A leaked report suggests the Buffalo Sabres nearly included the New York Islanders in a major trade involving goaltender Frederik Andersen and forward Mattias Ekholm, with the Islanders initially expressing strong interest in acquiring goaltender Jack Campbell. The negotiations reportedly stalled over financial and logistical concerns, leaving the deal unresolved. Insiders indicate the Islanders’ involvement was serious enough to prompt discussions about restructuring the trade, though no final agreement was reached. The details highlight how close the Sabres came to expanding the deal beyond its original two-team framework.

Report: Islanders Were Almost A Third Team In Hellebuyck Trade  NHL Trade Rumors