The Carolina Hurricanes have likely lost count of all the trade rumors shipping Alexander Nikishin out.Nevertheless, more are rising to the surface.In fact, one of the more recent trade rumors shows an interesting development that could occur.Hurricanes Trade Pitch Lands…
A trade proposal highlighted by Bleacher Report's Adam Gretz suggests the Carolina Hurricanes could send defenseman Alexander Nikishin to the Minnesota Wild. In exchange, the Hurricanes would acquire 28-year-old goaltender Filip Gustavsson, who carries a $6.8 million salary cap hit.
The proposal notes that Minnesota may look to move Gustavsson due to financial constraints and Jesper Wallstedt's emergence as their primary starter. Nikishin posted 33 points across 81 games last season, while Gustavsson recorded a 2.69 goals-against average in 50 appearances.
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