NHL Trade Rumors: Latest On Martin Brodeur, Jarome Iginla and More

NHL Rumors continue to circulate as the Trade Deadline gets closer.

In the last few weeks, the talk around some of the bigger names like Brad Richards and Jarome Iginla has cooled a little bit, especially since the Western Conference is so tightly packed. But the name that's still lingering, if only in a hypothetical sense, is Martin Brodeur.

It all started with a column by Larry Brooks in the New York Post, who suggested that the Devils should think about Brodeur. It was quickly dismissed, but as the season has gone on and continued to sink for the Devils, the idea still lingered. So much so that Yahoo! blogger Greg Wyshinski even addressed the speculation.

I agree with a lot of the mainstream hockey media that there is no way Brodeur would be traded. But it's interesting to think about and it perhaps might not be a bad idea for the Devils' brass to at least listen. 

Here's the latest on some of the other players who could be available.

Martin Brodeur, G, New Jersey

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NEWARK, NJ - DECEMBER 15: Goalie Martin Brodeur #30 of the New Jersey Devils defends the goal against Scottie Upshall #8 of the Phoenix Coyotes during a hockey game at the Prudential Center on December 15, 2010 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Paul Bere

I'll start by saying this: New Jersey hasn't asked for Brodeur to waive his no-trade clause and he hasn't asked for one either. It's very doubtful he would be moved. But despite having some of the worst numbers of his career, there are still a lot of teams who would be willing to acquire him. For the Lightning, he would be a major improvement over what they have right now. 

Niclas Bergfors, RW, Atlanta

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ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 10: Niclas Bergfors #18 of the Atlanta Thrashers reacts after scoring a goal against the Colorado Avalanche at Philips Arena on December 10, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

The young winger was one of the main pieces Atlanta got from New Jersey in return for Ilya Kovalchuk. But with the Thrashers rolling in the Southeast, Bergfors has been forced to the bench as a healthy scratch. And now as such, the Thrashers have made it known that Bergfors can be had and is available. With that being the case, look for teams who want a young winger with scoring ability to try and acquire him, possibly St. Louis or Phoenix.

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)

The trade talks about Iginla have quieted down as of late, especially since no one is really out of it in the West. As bad as the Flames have been at times this season, they're still within striking distance of the No. 8 spot, as is Minnesota and Edmonton. With that in mind, anyone in the West won't become sellers until the very last few days before the trade deadline. So expect the Flames to hold on to Iginla as long as possible.

Tomas Vokoun, G, Florida

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 20: Goalie Tomas Vokoun #29 of the Florida Panthers goes on his knees while making a save during a hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 20, 2010 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Pho

Last night's surprising 5-0 shutout of the Flyers not withstanding, the Panthers are still a team that needs scoring and probably won't be a playoff contender this year. With that in mind, it wouldn't be long until either the Panthers or Vokoun himself ask to waive his no-trade clause and the courting of possible teams begins. Tampa will be in on any goaltender available.

Evgeni Nabokov, G, FA

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CHICAGO - MAY 23: Goaltender Evgeni Nabokov #20 of the San Jose Sharks makes a save while taking on the Chicago Blackhawks in Game Four of the Western Conference Finals during the 2010 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at the United Center on May 23, 2010 in Chic

The KHL experiment for Nabokov is apparently over and Nabokov is back in North America, looking for work. His high price scared off a lot of teams in the summer, and it might scare off teams once again. That being said, there will be teams interested in him. Tampa Bay will definitely be looking hard at him, as Nabokov or anyone would be an upgrade over what the Lightning have now. The Capitals and Flyers have also been mentioned.

Francois Beauchemin, D, Toronto

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VANCOUVER, CANADA - DECEMBER 18: Dan Hamhuis #2 of the Vancouver Canucks fires the puck out of his zone before getting checked by Francois Beauchemin #22 of the Toronto Maple Leafs during the first period in NHL action on December 18, 2010 at Rogers Aren

Beauchemin looks like the most likely Maple Leaf to have a new address because of his playing style and his relatively low cap hit. There was a new rumor that supposedly the Kings would desire a player like Beauchemin because of his style to replace the injured Willie Mitchell. I wouldn't doubt that, nor would I doubt that he could land somewhere like San Jose or Anaheim as well.

Fedor Tyutin, D, Columbus

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VANCOUVER, CANADA - DECEMBER 15: Raffi Torres #13 of the Vancouver Canucks reacts as he is taken into the boards by Fedor Tyutin #51 of the Columbus Blue Jackets during the second period in NHL action on December 15, 2010 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC,

Tyutin is another relatively young player who has found a home in the press box as of late as a healthy scratch. As such, that led to the Columbus Dispatch reporting that the Rangers had inquired about reacquiring their former prospect. In relation, the Dispatch also reported that the Blue Jackets had called about scratched Ranger defenseman Michael Del Zotto. The report however, was quick to point out that these were only calls at this point.

Michael Leighton, G, Philadelphia

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PHILADELPHIA - JUNE 09: Jonathan Toews #19 of the Chicago Blackhawks is stopped by Michael Leighton #49 and Darroll Powe #36 of the Philadelphia Flyers in Game Six of the 2010 NHL Stanley Cup Final at the Wachovia Center on June 9, 2010 in Philadelphia,

Leighton was a Stanley Cup goaltender a few months, now he's No. 3 on the depth chart behind Sergei Bobrovsky and Brian Boucher in Philadelphia. The Flyers would like to keep him around, especially with Bobrovsky struggling of late and the injuries they suffered in goal last year. But he's also taking up cap room, so the Flyers might listen to offers.

Daniel Carcillo, LW, Philadelphia

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PHILADELPHIA - NOVEMBER 01: Daniel Carcillo #13 of the Philadelphia Flyers skates against the Carolina Hurricanes on November 1, 2010 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Flyers defeat the Hurricanes 3-2. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty I

Carcillo might be a more likely candidate to move from the Flyers. Jim Matheson of the Edmonton Journal reported Sunday that the Flyers would like to move Carcillo for some cap space. Carcillo has a relatively small salary, but also has a history. He will either be tougher to move and/or the Flyers will not get as much in return for him. The report also mentioned the Flyers talking about moving Nik Zherdev or James vanRiemsdyk, so make of it what you will.

Kevin Bieksa, D, Vancouver

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VANCOUVER, CANADA - DECEMBER 15: Kevin Bieksa #3 of the Vancouver Canucks braces for a hit by Rick Nash #61 of the Columbus Blue Jackets during the first period in NHL action on December 15, 2010 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo by Rich L

Bieksa's name continues to circulate in trade rumors, and his status seems to change by the week. Supposedly, the Senators are interested. But of course, it will all depend on the injuries on Vancouver's blue line. If Sami Salo comes back and if the rest of the unit stays healthy, then Bieksa will probably move.