Steve Yzerman made himself a trade before the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline. He got into business with the Chicago Blackhawks, acquiring an old friend in goaltender Petr Mrazek along with Craig Smith, a veteran center who is nearing 1000 career NHL games. Joe Veleno is on his way to Chicago. This was first reported by The Athletic’s Chris Johntston. The team has made the trade official.