Frank Vatrano reportedly placed on the trade block for the Anaheim Ducks
Anaheim Ducks forward Frank Vatrano has been at the center of trade rumors, with reports indicating strong interest from the New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning in acquiring his services.
Reports confirm ongoing trade negotiations between the Blueshirts and Ducks, focusing on stars Trevor Zegras and Frank Vatrano. An offer involving Filip Chytil, Kaapo Kakko, and Adam Sykora for Zegras and draft picks is currently on the table.
There has been a confirmed offer of Chytil, Kakko, and Sykora for Zegras and pick(s).
Only reason this hasn't gone through yet is because of the amount of interest ducks have gotten.
Conversely, discussions between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Ducks regarding a potential trade for Vatrano have hit a snag over price considerations. Anaheim appears deliberate in evaluating the worth of their assets.
Anaheim really taking their time assessing the value of their assets.
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Meanwhile, the Lightning have sufficient cap space to absorb Vatrano's $3.65 million cap hit for the upcoming year. The Rangers, with $5.1 million available, could also afford him. The 30-year-old forward notched 37 goals and 60 points this season.
Source: Blades of Steel
Anaheim Ducks may make all-star forward available for trade
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JUILLET 14 | 126 ANSWERS Frank Vatrano reportedly placed on the trade block for the Anaheim Ducks Should the Anaheim Ducks trade Frank Vatrano amid strong interest from multiple NHL teams? | ||
| Yes | 101 | 80.2 % |
| No | 25 | 19.8 % |
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