3 dream trades for the Vegas Golden Knights in 2024-25

Patrik Laine replaces Jonathan Marchessault on the top line

Another name that has popped up consistently in trade rumors has been Patrik Laine. The Finnish winger has everything a team could want: He's a big player who can score 40+ goals in a season. With his booming shot and penchant for scoring from anywhere, there's a good reason why he's a sought-after trade candidate.

Unfortunately, not many NHL teams feel the same way, as only one has reached out about Laine. He's dealt with many problems during his career, including injuries and off-ice issues. There might be teams that are waiting for the price to go down or they might avoid him altogether.

So let's throw in a third team for good measure. The Calgary Flames are starting a long rebuild, trading players like Noah Hanifin and Jacob Markstrom. McCrimmon's known for having other teams retain salary, which was the case in the Hanifin trade. Therefore, it makes sense that the Flames would be the third wheel in a potential Patrik Laine deal. That's especially true with the Finnish forward's $8.7 million cap hit annually. With Laine being a bit of a risk, it would reap a bigger reward if he worked out with the Vegas Golden Knights.