Flames Rumors: New Team Enters The Noah Hanifin Sweepstakes

The NHL trade rumors have taken an intriguing turn with the Nashville Predators making their presence felt in the Noah Hanifin sweepstakes.

While initial reports linked Hanifin to teams such as the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Minnesota Wild, the Predators have now entered the conversation as genuine contenders for his services.

Flames goal! Great passing play finished off by Noah Hanifin!

Huge goal.

2-2 pic.twitter.com/x5kywy0h9A

— Robert Munnich (@RingOfFireCGY) April 5, 2023

Hanifin's situation gained traction when he expressed reluctance to extend his contract with the Calgary Flames, sparking speculation about his future.

His desire to play for a U.S.-based team aligns with the Predators' location, making them a potential fit.

Last season the 26-year-old Hanifin recorded seven goals and 38 total points across 81 games with the Flames.

Random Flames Goal Of The Day

November 25th, 2018. Noah Hanifin scores his first goal as a Flame against the Coyotes.

I was sitting about 6 rows behind the Arizona net when this happened. The Flames ended up destroying the Coyotes 6-1. pic.twitter.com/Ts2CVLa6aV

— Robert Munnich (@RingOfFireCGY) December 19, 2022

Notably, the Predators possess a favorable position with around $8 million in salary cap space, offering the flexibility to accommodate Hanifin's contract without sacrificing roster players.

Ann Kimmel of The Hockey News underscores Hanifin's potential value to the Predators' defensive lineup as a top-four defenseman and a long-term asset. Photo Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports