I have been following the business of sports since I wrote my MBA graduating essay about the impact of salary disclosure in the NHL. NHL Network’s trade deadline coverage will being with a simulcast of Sportsnet’s coverage from Canada starting at 8 a.m. “We have our own thoughts as an agent, calling teams and saying ‘Look, I think that Team A would part with this player who would be a perfect fit for your team.’NHL Network’s trade deadline coverage will being with a simulcast of Sportsnet’s coverage from Canada starting at 8 a.m. Hence, it could be a quick playoff exit for them if they don't bring in some more skill,” he said. And then on Jan. 12 he broke his foot during a game in Florida, missing eight weeks of action. We know publicly now that they've both said they're going to free agency. It's a time that's like no other.”“Lou Lamoriello is all about winning. Just ask general manager Kyle Dubas, Kristen Shilton writes.Ottawa Senators Regional Broadcast ScheduleLeafs' leadership group steps up, Habs' special teams disastrous in exhibition playButton: 'I think Edmonton will be one of the last four teams standing in the West'Despite dismal PP effort vs. Leafs, Dreger did see one bright spot for HabsThe All-Time 7: TSN's Winnipeg Jets All-Time TeamMontreal Canadiens Regional Broadcast Schedule So that's an interesting one to pay close attention to and it's almost one of those dominoes. ET for nine hours of coverage. “I'm looking at the New York Islanders to be the star of trade deadline — not just one deal but I'm looking at them to make multiple deals.”Lawton thinks the Islanders could use more offensive skill up front, or additional defensive depth.As an agent, Lawton relished the opportunity to advocate for his players. I'm based in Vancouver and have written about hockey for The Canadian Press, The Hockey News, The New York Times, NHL.com and more. They've already shown that they're not afraid to make a trade if they think it can improve their club.”Columbus goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky is also expected to test free agency.“Obviously, having been on many teams at the deadline, you get to witness up close and personal how edgy players are, how people pack extra clothes, how people discuss what's going on. I think you're going to see the Rangers be active to move players. Even now, as a broadcaster, he relishes the high-adrenaline pace.Lawton will be in the studio on Monday, covering the NHL's 2019 trade deadline — and he’s expecting fireworks.“I don't believe that'll happen, but it'll force teams to recognize that ‘Hey, we're still going to have to make a good offer here.’“You come to work and you're geared up and ready to go,” he said. Other areas of interest: international hockey, women's hockey and sports media.“I understand why he'd be saying that publicly, because you've got to create the best market that you can, but deep down you've got to think there are other GMs that are hanging around, probably hoping for a miracle — that they decide to just move those players because they won't get anything back (otherwise).“We'll be actively calling guys — calling our contacts in the business, whether it's GMs, agents or players. We're not necessarily as concerned with being five seconds ahead of the competition, but we want to be on top of the biggest stories.”“It's not as clear-cut in the West, but it will be, and it'll shake out that way in the end. ... Trade of Adams a 'win-win' for both sides. Ever since, he has watched trade deadlines come and go as a player, agent, general manager and, lately, as an analyst with NHL Network. Elias Pettersson, Brock Boeser and Quinn Hughes are no doubt the future of the Canucks, but how will they do in their playoff debuts?