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Kent Hughes and the Canadiens stood their ground at the NHL Trade Deadline, but the team faces some hurdles to make the playoffs.

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Silence was the story of the Anaheim Ducks’ trade deadline day. That may be disappointing when you’re eager to see some action and were hoping they’d collect quality assets for players who don’t have futures with the club or, better yet, add another key piece or two to beef up for a playoff run.