Rumor: Hurricanes and Devils working on big trade

The Carolina Hurricanes continue to look for ways to improve their club as the team battles for playoff positioning. The team is looking to upgrade their defense after they haven't been able to fill the void left by the Justin Faulk trade, and the 'Canes have turned to the Devils to heat things up.

The rumored trade as per Pierre LeBrun in the Athletic:

To the Devils: 2nd-round pick

To the Hurricanes: D Sami Vatanen

The Devils are looking to move Vatanen who is set to become a UFA at season's end, and currently no extension talks have taken place. The team is willing to eat some of his remaining salary to improve their return.

Meanwhile, the Hurricanes could use Vatanen and his right shot for all situations and their management team has made it clear to their club, if they stay in the race, they will bring in some fresh blood to help the troops.

A storm serge is brewing on the trade market, and things are starting to heat up around the Devils.