Top Trade Target Changes Agents Ahead Of Possible Deadline Move
Noah Dobson, one of this year's top trade targets, changed agents ahead of a possible deadline move by the New York Islanders.
The Islanders have been able to bounce back from a disappointing start to the season and are now only four points away from the second wild-card playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, having won seven out of their last ten games.
The team is looking to make a push for the playoffs, and a recent report from RG.org stated that the Isles' general manager, Lou Lamoriello, could be looking to add one of the best players reportedly available on the trade market-Elias Pettersson-by parting ways with Noah Dobson:
"[Pettersson] is available for trade, and that is a piece the team is willing to part with in order to get that scoring presence they have wanted for three seasons," a source confirmed.
It would not just be Dobson in the deal. There would have to be more money in terms of players going back to Vancouver for the $11.6 million to balance out. The Canucks might have to retain the deal too."
Then, Elliotte Friedman confirmed the Islanders weren't actively shopping him.
Here's what Friedman said on 32 Thoughts:
However, a new development occurred that could change everything: Dobson just changed agents.
While doing so doesn't mean he'll get traded, it's quite the timing to make such a decision.
The 4 Nations Face-Off is starting tonight, and a few trades could be announced during the NHL's two-week break.
Dobson is also set to enter free agency at the end of the current season. His RFA status will expose the Islanders to offer sheets, a scenario they'd prefer to avoid.
Even if Dobson changing agents doesn't lead to a trade, it'll lead to a contract extension. Stay tuned.
