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At 27 years old, he's smack in his prime and could anchor a rising shark squad for years.

If no extension happens by deadline time, though, things could heat up fast.

He's too valuable an asset to let walk for nothing in free agency next summer.

Keep an eye on this storyline.

It promises to be a wild ride.

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Dougie Hamilton made waves this summer by blocking a trade to the San Jose Sharks.

Hockey insider Elliott Freeman broke the news on Sportsnet, saying the Sharks tried to get the defenseman, but Hamilton said no.

Now, the New Jersey Devils are set to scratch the four-time Norris Trophy finalist on Sunday, putting him back on the trade block.

The 32-year-old right shy Blue Miner has struggled this season with just five goals and 10 points in 40 games.

Meanwhile, Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald sees it differently.

He told reporters it's about lineup tweaks, like bringing back young David Nemec after injury and adjusting for Jake Pesce's play.

Fitzgerald wants Nemec regaining his form as their top defenseman before he got hurt.

The irony here is the Devils are flagging in the standings while the Sharks have a better record than expected.

We'll be right back.