Analyzing the moves made before March 21

This year’s March 21 NHL trade deadline, later than usual because the league was supposed to be shut down during the Olympics, is fast approaching.

Pending unrestricted free agents such as Marc-Andre Fleury, Claude Giroux, Ben Chiarot and Phil Kessel could be on the move. Boston Bruins forward Jake DeBrusk’s trade demand remains active. The expansion Seattle Kraken could deal players to add prospects and the Montreal Canadiens could make more moves.

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Here are some of the trades or signings that have taken place before deadline day or injuries that could affect trade outlooks (a separate file will be published on deadline day):

March 16: Canadiens trade Ben Chiarot to Panthers

The Atlantic Division leaders remained active in the trade market Wednesday as they landed Chiarot, a pending unrestricted free agent who was long suspected to be on the move. In exchange for the 30-year-old defenseman, the Panthers shipped the Habs a 2023 first-round pick, a 2022 fourth-round pick (via the Rangers) and prospect Ty Smilanic. The Canadiens are retaining 50% of Chiarot’s contract in the deal.

– Jace Evans

March 16: Kraken trade Calle Jarnkrok to Flames

The Pacific Division-leading Flames added Calle Jarnkrok in a trade with Seattle as they continue to gear up for the playoffs. In exchange, the Kraken received a 2022 second-round pick (via Florida), a 2023 third-round pick and a 2024 seventh-round pick. The 30-year-old Jarnkork is a solid depth addition sporting 12 goals and 26 points in 49 games this season. He brings a lot of playoff experience thanks to his time with the Nashville Predators.

– Jace Evans

March 16: Tomas Hertl re-signs with the Sharks

He’s getting eight years, the team announced Wednesday night. Reports say his average annual value is $8.1375 million a year. That gives him a nice raise from his $5.65 million cap hit and…