A collegiate defenseman has a new destination in the NHL’s evolving landscape. On Saturday night, the New York Islanders secured the rights to Ryan Healey from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for future considerations.

The Montreal Canadiens acquired forward Brett Berard from the New York Rangers in a Friday deal. In return, the Rangers received defenseman prospect William Trudeau. Both organizations hope the exchange will strengthen their rosters in the seasons ahead.

A late-week trade between the Ottawa Senators and the New Jersey Devils saw two forwards, both with reputations for fighting, change teams. Though they may typically slot in as depth players, each brings a notable physical edge to their new club.

Utah Mammoth strengthens its roster by acquiring budding star JJ Peterka from the Buffalo Sabres, sending Michael Kesselring and Josh Doan in exchange.