NHL Trade Deadline 2018: Rumor Tracker

The 2018 NHL Trade Deadline is finally here, and rumors are flying about some major names being on the move by the time 3pm Eastern comes round. To keep you up-to-date on everything floating around the world of hockey, we have put together our rumor tracker that will be updated as rumors come in.

This tracker will continue to be updated as the deadline approaches and passes.

**These are just rumors. For confirmed deals, please visit the official Real Sport Trade Tracker**

Feb. 26th: Talks including Erik Karlsson are starting to pick up more according to TSN
Feb. 26th: As many as five teams are trying to acquire Ryan McDonagh
Feb. 26th: The Devils have talked with Vancouver about Thomas Vanek
Feb. 26th: Craig Custance reports that the Sabres have made an offer for Minnesota D Mike Reilly.
Feb. 26th: Sportsnet is reporting that the Penguins have inquired about Rangers D Ryan McDonagh
Feb. 26th: Rumors are circulating that D Mike Green has nixed a potential trade that would've sent him to Toronto. 
Feb. 26th: Interest surrounding Max Pacioretty is increasing as the deadline draws closer.
Feb. 26th: The Flyers have claimed Johnny Oduya off waivers from the Senators.
Feb. 26: With no contract talks taking place, Sabres goaltender Robin Lehner has made it known to management that he wants to be traded today. 
Feb. 25: The Flames are circling back around to Buffalo and Evander Kane.
Feb. 25: The Senators continue to tear down by placing Johnny Oduya and Alex Burrows on waivers. Source: Pierre Lebrun
Feb. 25: Thomas Vanek is expected to be traded as contract talks have yet to take place.  Source: The Fourth Period .