NHL Trade Talk Recap: Maple Leafs, Oilers, Jets & Rangers

Old Prof recaps recent NHL storylines, highlighting Auston Matthews' offensive surge with the Maple Leafs under Jim Hiller, the Oilers' strong start, and dismissed Rangers trade rumors. Matthews has posted two four-point games across his first six games under Hiller. Meanwhile, Mike Babcock's Edmonton Oilers improved to 4-0-1 after securing a 3-1 road win against the San Jose Sharks on October 11, 2026.

Addressing goaltending speculation, insider Elliotte Friedman downplayed rumors connecting Winnipeg Jets netminder Connor Hellebuyck to the New York Rangers following Igor Shesterkin's season-ending injury, citing severe financial hurdles. The Rangers will rely on Dylan Garand and Spencer Martin, while the Oilers anticipate Zach Hyman's return on Tuesday after Tristan Jarry earned his first win in San Jose.