NHL Trade Deadline Looms: Teams Scramble to Bolster Rosters As the National Hockey League's trade deadline approaches, teams are in a frenzy to strengthen their lineups and secure a spot in the playoffs. With just hours left before the 3 pm ET deadline, general managers are making last-minute deals to acquire key players, solidify their defenses, and gain a competitive edge. The trade tracker on NHL.com will provide minute-by-minute updates on all the deals as they happen, keeping fans informed and up-to-date on the latest roster shuffles. Will their favorite team make a crucial addition or lose a vital piece of their lineup?