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Edmonton Journal
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Predators acquire, sign Hague to 4-year deal in trade that sends Sissons and Lauzon to Vegas
Article content The Nashville Predators acquired defenseman Nicolas Hague in a three-player trade that sent center Colton Sissons and defenseman Jeremy Lauzon to the Vegas Golden Knights, both teams announced Monday. In completing the trade, the Predators signed Hague — a pending restricted free agent — to a four-year $22 million contract. Nashville also acquired a third-round pick in the 2027 draft, which would turn into a second-round pick should Vegas advance to the Western Conference finals in the 2026 playoffs.
National Post
30-06-2025
- Sport
- National Post
Predators acquire, sign Hague to 4-year deal in trade that sends Sissons and Lauzon to Vegas
The Nashville Predators acquired defenseman Nicolas Hague in a three-player trade that sent center Colton Sissons and defenseman Jeremy Lauzon to the Vegas Golden Knights, both teams announced Monday. Article content In completing the trade, the Predators signed Hague — a pending restricted free agent — to a four-year $22 million contract. Nashville also acquired a third-round pick in the 2027 draft, which would turn into a second-round pick should Vegas advance to the Western Conference finals in the 2026 playoffs. Article content Article content Article content Also part of the trade has the Predators retaining half of Sissons' salary. He is due to make $2.86 million in the final year of his seven-year contract. Article content The retooling Predators benefit by adding a hard-hitting, 6-foot-6 player to their blue line on a team that's missed the playoffs for the second time in two years. Article content The Golden Knights, essentially freed up salary cap space by removing the uncertainty of what they stood in having to pay Hague, while adding two established players at a low rate and entering the final years of their respective contracts. The trade improves the team's salary-cap position to add high-priced talent as the NHL's free agency period opening on Tuesday. Article content Vegas has been mentioned as a potential landing spot for Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner, who is regarded as the top free agent set to enter the market. Article content Article content The 26-year-old Hague is a defensive-minded player who had five goals and 12 points in 68 games last season. Overall, he has 20 goals and 83 points in 364 career games over six NHL seasons in Vegas. Article content Article content 'Nicolas' profile as a defenseman is one that teams around the NHL covet — big and physical with strong skating ability,' Predators general manager Barry Trotz said. 'By signing him for four years, he will play an integral role in shaping our blueline not only now, but in the future.' Article content Article content Another objective for Trotz was a focus on getting younger following a draft in which the Predators had three first-round selections and five of their seven overall picks in the first two rounds. Nashville opened the draft by selecting OHL center Brady Martin at No. 5. Article content
Fox Sports
30-06-2025
- Business
- Fox Sports
Predators acquire, sign Hague to 4-year deal in trade that sends Sissons and Lauzon to Vegas
Associated Press The Nashville Predators acquired defenseman Nicolas Hague in a three-player trade that sent center Colton Sissons and defenseman Jeremy Lauzon to the Vegas Golden Knights, both teams announced Monday. In completing the trade, the Predators signed Hague — a pending restricted free agent — to a four-year $22 million contract. Nashville also acquired a third-round pick in the 2027 draft, which would turn into a second-round pick should Vegas advance to the Western Conference finals in the 2026 playoffs. Also part of the trade has the Predators retaining half of Sissons' salary. He is due to make $2.86 million in the final year of his seven-year contract. The retooling Predators benefit by adding a hard-hitting, 6-foot-6 player to their blue line on a team that's missed the playoffs for the second time in two years. The Golden Knights, essentially freed up salary cap space by removing the uncertainty of what they stood in having to pay Hague, while adding two established players at a low rate and entering the final years of their respective contracts. The trade improves the team's salary-cap position to add high-priced talent as the NHL's free agency period opening on Tuesday. Vegas has been mentioned as a potential landing spot for Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner, who is regarded as the top free agent set to enter the market. The 26-year-old Hague is a defensive-minded player who had five goals and 12 points in 68 games last season. Overall, he has 20 goals and 83 points in 364 career games over six NHL seasons in Vegas. 'Nicolas' profile as a defenseman is one that teams around the NHL covet – big and physical with strong skating ability,' Predators general manager Barry Trotz said. 'By signing him for four years, he will play an integral role in shaping our blueline not only now, but in the future.' Another objective for Trotz was a focus on getting younger following a draft in which the Predators had three first-round selections and five of their seven overall picks in the first two rounds. Nashville opened the draft by selecting OHL center Brady Martin at No. 5. The 31-year-old Sissons leaves Nashville after spending his entire 11-season career with the Predators. He had seven goals and 21 points in 72 games last year, and has 95 goals and 221 points in 691 career outings. Lauzon, 28, represents a $2 million cap hit. He has seven seasons of NHL experience and was limited to an assist in 28 games last year before sustaining a season-ending lower body injury. ___ AP NHL:
Toronto Sun
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Predators acquire, sign Hague to 4-year deal in trade that sends Sissons and Lauzon to Vegas
Published Jun 30, 2025 • 2 minute read Vegas Golden Knights defenceman Nicolas Hague. Photo by Mark Humphrey / The Associated Press The Nashville Predators acquired defenseman Nicolas Hague in a three-player trade that sent center Colton Sissons and defenseman Jeremy Lauzon to the Vegas Golden Knights, both teams announced Monday. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account In completing the trade, the Predators signed Hague — a pending restricted free agent — to a four-year $22 million contract. Nashville also acquired a third-round pick in the 2027 draft, which would turn into a second-round pick should Vegas advance to the Western Conference finals in the 2026 playoffs. Also part of the trade has the Predators retaining half of Sissons' salary. He is due to make $2.86 million in the final year of his seven-year contract. The retooling Predators benefit by adding a hard-hitting, 6-foot-6 player to their blue line on a team that's missed the playoffs for the second time in two years. The Golden Knights, essentially freed up salary cap space by removing the uncertainty of what they stood in having to pay Hague, while adding two established players at a low rate and entering the final years of their respective contracts. The trade improves the team's salary-cap position to add high-priced talent as the NHL's free agency period opening on Tuesday. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Vegas has been mentioned as a potential landing spot for Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner, who is regarded as the top free agent set to enter the market. The 26-year-old Hague is a defensive-minded player who had five goals and 12 points in 68 games last season. Overall, he has 20 goals and 83 points in 364 career games over six NHL seasons in Vegas. 'Nicolas' profile as a defenseman is one that teams around the NHL covet — big and physical with strong skating ability,' Predators general manager Barry Trotz said. 'By signing him for four years, he will play an integral role in shaping our blueline not only now, but in the future.' Another objective for Trotz was a focus on getting younger following a draft in which the Predators had three first-round selections and five of their seven overall picks in the first two rounds. Nashville opened the draft by selecting OHL center Brady Martin at No. 5. The 31-year-old Sissons leaves Nashville after spending his entire 11-season career with the Predators. He had seven goals and 21 points in 72 games last year, and has 95 goals and 221 points in 691 career outings. Lauzon, 28, represents a $2 million cap hit. He has seven seasons of NHL experience and was limited to an assist in 28 games last year before sustaining a season-ending lower body injury. Read More World Toronto Maple Leafs Canada Sunshine Girls Sunshine Girls
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Nashville Predators complete blockbuster trade for Nicolas Hague, sending Jeremy Lauzon and Colton Sissons to Vegas Golden Knights
Photo by Jeff Bottari/NHLI via Getty Images On Sunday night, the Nashville Predators made a decisive move to reshape their defense, acquiring 26-year-old Nicolas Hague from the Vegas Golden Knights in a trade confirmed by ESPN, TSN, and Sportsnet. The Predators immediately secured his future with a four-year, $22 million extension ahead of free agency. The trade saw Nashville send defenseman Jeremy Lauzon and center Colton Sissons to Vegas. Finalized just before Hague could test the open market, the deal underscored the Predators' urgency to strengthen their blue line with a player they view as a long-term solution. Nicolas Hague brings size, experience, and championship pedigree Nicolas Hague arrives in Tennessee with the kind of imposing presence NHL teams covet. Standing 6-foot-6 and weighing 245 pounds, he logged five goals and seven assists over 68 games last season for Vegas. His defensive impact showed in 82 hits, 74 blocks, and 18 takeaways—though it came with 56 giveaways and 40 penalty minutes. In 2022–23, he recorded a career-best 14 assists and three goals over 81 appearances, while leading Vegas defensemen with 154 hits and 154 blocks. Across his six NHL seasons, Hague has totaled 20 goals and 63 assists. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The all new SP125 that comes with advance technology & features Honda Learn More Undo Drafted 34th overall by the Golden Knights in 2017, he built his early career with the Mississauga Steelheads, setting their single-season scoring record for a defenseman and earning the Max Kaminsky Trophy as the OHL's top blueliner before turning pro. Hague also holds a special place in Vegas history. He was the only player drafted by the Golden Knights to appear in the 2023 Stanley Cup Final, scoring in Game 5 to help secure the franchise's first championship over the Florida Panthers. Vegas Golden Knights strengthen roster with experienced additions Jeremy Lauzon and Colton Sissons Heading to Vegas are Jeremy Lauzon and Colton Sissons, both set to become unrestricted free agents next offseason. Lauzon, 28, played 28 games for Nashville last season with one assist. A season earlier, he had career highs in goals (6), assists (8), hits (386), blocks (111), and penalty minutes (98) over 79 games. Sissons, 31, brings versatility at center, having tallied seven goals and 14 assists over 72 games last season. He hit a career-high 35 points in 2023–24 with 15 goals and 20 assists across 81 appearances. Nashville Predators and Vegas Golden Knights adjust strategies with Nicolas Hague, Jeremy Lauzon, and Colton Sissons trade The trade marks an important shift for both franchises. Nashville prioritizes youth and stability on defense by locking in Hague before free agency. Meanwhile, Vegas adds experienced, physical depth with Lauzon on the blue line and Sissons up front—moves that could help them maintain roster flexibility and competitive balance in a tight salary-cap environment. Also Read: Washington Capitals stun NHL Draft with bold trade for 6'4" German winger Maxim Schafer Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
