Both the Buffalo Sabers and their star Taylor Hall have had a tough season.
Therefore, their paths now separate when the Canadian moves to the Boston Bruins.
In the same trio, Boston gets over Curtis Lazar and in the opposite direction goes Anders Bjork and a draft choice in the second round 2021.
Toronto is refurbishing
Today is the last day that NHL clubs can change players as it is the so-called "trade deadline".
During the final sprint, some other trades have also been made that are worth mentioning.
In addition to Hall, Boston has also taken Mike Reilly from the Ottawa Senators in exchange for a draft pick in the third round of 2022.
The Canadian top team Toronto Maple Leafs has equipped to bring in goalkeeper David Rittich from Calgary, Columubus captain Nick Foligno and Stefan Noesen from the San Jose Sharks.