Teams are still waiting to hear back from GM Lou Lamoriello as to Nelson's availability as of Wednesday and extension talks are ongoing.

The NHL trade deadline is fast approaching, and the deals should pick up over the next few days. One of the biggest players on the market is veteran center Brock Nelson, who could be moved with the New York Islanders fading out of the playoff race.

With less than two days separating the New York Islanders from the NHL Trade Deadline, TSN’s Pierre LeBrun casted doubt on whether the team will re-sign Brock Nelson.