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NHL Rumors: Ryan Merkley, Connor Bedard and Alexis Lafreniere

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NHL Rumors: Ryan Merkley, Connor Bedard and Alexis Lafreniere

Ryan Merkley has requested a trade. The San Jose Sharks are trying to work out a deal. Merkely was a 2018 first-round pick.

Pierre LeBrun believes that the teams at the bottom of the standings are going to try to move some rentals to increase their lottery odds. Chris Johnston notes that teams are also trying to get the best value for their players.

The New York Rangers don't want to trade forward Alexis Lafreniere. He was a healthy scratch against the Montreal Canadiens.

The Vancouver Canucks are interested in signing New York Rangers forward Alexis Lafreniere. The Rangers haven't decided yet if they will trade him.

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