NHL Trade Rumors: Landing Spots For Jarome Iginla, Tomas Kaberle and More

NHL trade rumors are entering full bore mode in December as the season heats up.

Among the names that have been linked to trade rumors, the one that might have piqued the most interest is Jarome Iginla. Iginla is once again being a trooper through a tough season in Calgary, but it's hard for him not to get frustrated with the way things are going once again in Cowtown.

Of course, with how tightly packed the West is, one good run could bring Iginla right back into the mix. The same might not be said of Tomas Kaberle, who could very well be the center of another lost winter in Toronto.

Here are some of the landing spots of the other players who could be moving.

Jarome Iginla, RW, Calgary

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ANAHEIM, CA - DECEMBER 10: Jerome Iginla #12 of the Calgary Flames skates prior to the start of the game against the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center on December 10, 2010 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

Landing Spots: Los Angeles

The talk around Iginla has cooled to some extent since the Flames have said they won't trade him this year. But if the Flames fall out of contention, the upper management might not have a choice other than to at least listen. It's highly doubtful, but Los Angeles might still be looking for a forward and could take his cap hit.

Tomas Kaberle, D, Toronto

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TORONTO - DECEMBER 11: Tomas Kaberle #15 of the Toronto Maple Leafs celebrates his first period goal against the Montreal Canadiens during their NHL game at Air Canada Centre on December 11, 2010 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Dave Sandford/Gett

Landing Spots: Columbus

Like Iginla, the reports are that Brian Burke won't ask Kaberle to waive his no-trade clause. I tend to believe him when it comes to that, but the Kaberle-Burke-NTC drama has been lingering for so long that it's hard to believe it will ever end. If he does decide to finally move him, Columbus would be a possible destination since the Jackets desperately need a power-play quarterback.

Alexei Kovalev, RW, Ottawa

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OTTAWA, ON - DECEMBER 02: Antti Niemi #31 of the San Jose Sharks makes a glove save with Alex Kovalev #27 of the Ottawa Senators swats at the puck in a game at Scotiabank Place on December 2, 2010 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Phillip MacCallum/

Landing Spots: Montreal, St. Louis

The enigmatic Kovalev is back on the second line once again, but it doesn't mean the results are there again. He's quit on Ottawa just like he's quit everywhere else. That being said, the skills are still there and St. Louis needs anyone who can score. Montreal could use a big body on the second line and he's still beloved there.

James Wisniewski, D, New York Islanders

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UNIONDALE, NY - DECEMBER 11: James Wisniewski #20 of the New York Islanders skates against the Atlanta Thrashers on December 11, 2010 at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Landing Spots: Columbus, San Jose, Dallas, Colorado

Wisniewski brings toughness and a two-way game to a defensive corps, so look for him to possibly be dealt to a team with defensive issues. Columbus could use the offense, while San Jose and Dallas could use the defense. Colorado could use the defense to stabilize a major weak point as well

Dwayne Roloson, G, New York Islanders

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UNIONDALE, NY - DECEMBER 05: Dwayne Roloson #30 of the New York Islanders tends net against the Philadelphia Flyers at the Nassau Coliseum on December 5, 2010 in Uniondale, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Landing Spots: Tampa Bay, Washington

Tampa Bay will be in on any goaltender available, since anything will be an upgrade over Mike Smith and Dan Ellis, especially a goaltender with a pedigree like Roloson. Washington seems determined to go with the tandem of Michal Neuvirth and Semyon Varlamov, but if the Capitals felt like they wanted a veteran goalie, Roloson could be the guy.

Tomas Vokoun, G, Florida

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WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 09: Tomas Vokoun #29 of the Florida Panthers is congratulated by Bryan McCabe #24 after a 3-0 victory over the Washington Capitals at the Verizon Center on December 9, 2010 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Landing Spots: Tampa Bay

The Panthers would have to ask Vokoun to waive his no-trade clause to accept a move, but I would think he'll be available at some point. Tampa Bay would be willing to take him on in a snap, because he'd be a big upgrade. Also, watch for San Jose. The Sharks would much rather go after a defenseman, but if they wanted an insurance policy for Antero Niittymaki, they could make a play for him.

Erik Cole, LW, Carolina

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PITTSBURGH - NOVEMBER 19: Erik Cole #26 of the Carolina Hurricanes skates with the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins on November 19, 2010 at Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)

Landing Spots: Montreal, St. Louis, Phoenix

Cole is a veteran power forward who can bring an offensive spark and some grit and toughness. The problem is that he's always felt more comfortable in Carolina and the ill-fated, short-lived Edmonton experiment might be proof to that. Montreal and Phoenix could use that big body and a left-wing that would fit on the second line and not cost much.

Brad Richards, C, Dallas

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CHICAGO, IL - DECEMBER 08: Brad Richards #91 of the Dallas Stars skates against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center on December 8, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The Blackhawks defeated the Stars 5-3. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Landing Spots: Toronto, New York Rangers

The Rangers might be hurting for offense now, especially with Ryan Callahan possibly out for up to six weeks with a broken hand. But for a team that's surprisingly fifth in the East and playing very well, would they want to risk breaking that team up, especially knowing what it might take. Toronto will just take anyone to feed Phil Kessel the puck, but the Maple Leafs have nothing to send in return.

Dustin Penner, LW, Edmonton

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MONTREAL, CANADA - DECEMBER 01: Dustin Penner #27 of the Edmonton Oilers celebrates with team mates after scoring the game winning goal during the NHL game against the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre on December 1, 2010 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Landing Spots: Montreal, Toronto

Penner to Montreal has been an interesting rumor, since he would definitely fit the build of what the Canadiens are looking for and in a left-winger. But would Penner want to leave Edmonton and will the Oilers move him or any other team bite with his cap hit? Toronto has also been linked, though the prospects in return issue might come up again, as well as Brian Burke's strained relationship with the Oiler brass.

Francois Beauchemin, D, Toronto

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TORONTO - DECEMBER 11: Francois Beauchemin #22 of the Toronto Maple Leafs battles for the puck with Andrei Kostitsyn #46 of the Montreal Canadiens during their NHL game at Air Canada Centre on December 11, 2010 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.(Photo By Dave

Landing Spots: Anaheim, Dallas, San Jose

Beauchemin brings offense and defense and a somewhat manageable cap hit. San Jose is in the market for a defenseman and would be willing to at least send a couple of veterans back the other way. Dallas could use some help on the back end, especially if the Stars believe they can be a playoff team this season. Beauchemin spent a couple of good seasons in Anaheim and the Ducks could use some depth.