Washington GM George McPhee said he has no intention of trading Mike Knuble. "We haven't had any conversations about it. In fact, we haven't had any conversations, period," said McPhee when asked if Knuble had requested a trade or if he would consider dealing him. "He's a great pro, a great guy. We have no interest in trading him he hasn't asked for that. We haven't talked to him about it." Knuble has been a healthy scratch for three straight games, but McPhee expects him to return to action this weekend. Coach Dale Hunter was less committal, saying it would be a game-time decision though.