Devils Land Kovalchuk

After months of speculation, the Atlanta Thrashers have finally traded superstar winger Ilya Kovalchuk and defenseman Anssi Salmela to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for defenseman Johnny Oduya, forward Niclas Bergfors, prospect Patrice Cormier, and the Devils 2010 first round pick.  The two clubs will also swap 2010 second round picks. 

The Los Angeles Kings, New York Rangers, and Philadelphia Flyers were also thought to have made final offers for Kovalchuk.

The 26-year-old will be an unrestricted free agent after the season.