8 NHLers Hit Waivers Before Deadline Buzz

Eight NHL players clear waivers and land on the wire just as deadline fever peaks, turning them into instant trade bait for desperate contenders. GMs across the league eye these names as low-cost options to plug holes before Friday's 3 p.m. ET rush. With the market flooded and Cup dreams on the line, one savvy pickup could swing a first-round series.