With less two months until the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline March 7, we’re delivering at least one deadline-focused story every day at Daily Faceoff. Today, we explore the best fits for New York Islanders center and pending UFA Brock Nelson,

The Dallas Stars have shown interest in trading for New York Islanders center Brock Nelson, according to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic. As the March 7 trade deadline approaches, Dallas finds itself in a favorable position to add a key player, thanks to potential cap flexibility from Tyler Seguin’s long-term injured reserve (LTIR) designation.

With 51 days until the NHL trade deadline, it's time to figure out who fits elsewhere and what the Islanders could get in return.

The Islanders certainly aren't out of the playoff race as they are five points back of the second wild card spot occupied by the Columbus Blue Jackets yet you want to get ahead of the curve if you don't think the team will be successful.