While the Kraken's deadline trades permanently separate Eeli Tolvanen from his former linemates, they could also benefit John Hayden and Tye Kartye.
Gourde and Oliver Bjorkstrand waited for three hours — until two players cleared waivers for the Lightning — before they could be informed they were heading to Tampa Bay as the main pieces of a three-team trade that also included the Red Wings.
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The Seattle Kraken wrapped up the NHL trade deadline with their third deal in three days. Full details on what they brought in and gave up here.
Another trade deadline has passed, and the Tampa Bay Lightning were buyers once again. They made one move, but arguably, this is a move that they made count.