NHL rumblings: Massive trade attempts coming, top picks available, latest on Matthews, McDavid, more

With the NHL salary cap set to rise significantly and few top unrestricted free agents available on July 1, multiple teams are actively exploring major trade opportunities. Stars Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews are both in uncertain situations as their teams enter critical offseasons, drawing significant league-wide attention. Among the names generating trade speculation is 23-year-old Anaheim Ducks forward Mason McTavish, who was scratched for two playoff games.