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.

After yet another disheartening loss and four days until the trade deadline, here's the latest we're hearing on the Islanders' plans.

The Islanders are preparing to trade center Brock Nelson and the Avalanche are asking about him amid a playoff chase.