https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/top-nhl-trade-rumors-and-free-agency-buzz-before-2026-draftContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/top-nhl-trade-rumors-and-free-agency-buzz-before-2026-drafthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/top-nhl-trade-rumors-and-free-agency-buzz-before-2026-draft#u18467Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:05:43 +0000NHL free agency starts Wednesday with several stars eligible for contract extensions. The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing to select Gavin McKenna with the first overall pick in the 2026 draft. Meanwhile, top players like Dylan Larkin and Connor Hellebuyck remain high-profile trade targets.What's confirmed:NHL free agency begins Wednesday.The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing to make the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.The Carolina Hurricanes are the Stanley Cup champions.The Rangers extended a qualifying offer to restricted free agent Braden Schneider.Still unconfirmed:The Boston Bruins are