Larkin, Kyrou... Matthews? Ranking NHL trade candi...

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As the 2026 offseason approaches, several star NHL players could find themselves on the trade block. Dylan Larkin, Jordan Kyrou, and potentially even Auston Matthews headline a list of difference-makers whose teams might consider swapping them for draft picks, prospects, or contract relief. The article ranks potential trade candidates and examines what each player might fetch in the current market, while exploring the calculus teams face when deciding whether retaining aging stars or starting fresh makes financial sense.