It's that time of year again! This a thread I typically do most years leading up to the deadline to discuss the overall Leafs deadline, different rumors, targets, etc. League Trade Talk and heavy debates can remain in the Trade discussion thread. Ideally, this thread is a collective space to keep track of any leaf rumors/transactions, with some light discussion
Confirmed News;
February 20th 2018
February 15th 2018
Latest Buzz;
- On Headlines, Friedman and Kypreos mentioned the following names when talking about the Leafs deadline plans; Tomas Plekanec, Mark Letestu, Luke Glendening, Ryan McDonagh and Mike Green
- Elliotte Friedman also suggested on his podcast that the Maple Leafs could be looking at a lateral move. Trading a current player for a return, and then using that return to help acquire someone else on their radar.
- Elliotte Friedman revealed on his podcast that Luke Glendening to Toronto is "very real" he he won't be a surprise when it happens. He expects the Leafs to send a body back to Detroit, possibly Josh Leivo, along with a draft pick.
- Pierre Lebrun revealed that Ryan McDonagh has the Maple Leafs on his "yes" list, or rather, not on his 10 team list he can block a trade too. The Maple Leafs and Rangers can make a deal for Ryan McDonagh, without his permission.
- Reid Wilkins, host of Insider Sports and Oilers Hockey on 630 CHED Edmonton, stated the Maple Leafs have inquired about Mark Letestu. It's believed the Pittsburgh Penguins, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Philadelphia Flyers also have interest in the veteran center.
- Elliotte Friedman reported in his 31 Thoughts column that the Maple Leafs would prefer to send a contract back in any deal for Luke Glendening. He suggested the Leafs may have offered Nikita Soshnikov at one point, and wondered if Josh Leivo could enter the discussion. He stated that in terms of a draft pick, the Leafs and Wings have a couple rounds to go before coming to any kind of agreement.
- Maple Leafs offered Detroit a 5th Round Pick for Luke Glendening. Detroit countered with a 2nd Round Pick. Talks broke off - Per TSN.
- Craig Custance, the Wings beat for The Athletic, suggested the Wings would likely need to retain on Luke Glendening's salary in any deal
- Per Sportsnet Headlines, the Canucks have told teams, including the Maple Leafs, that it would take a "special offer" to acquire Chris Tanev. Speculated asking price appears to be a 1st Round Pick + Prospect + Roster Player
- According to Elliotte Friedman, the Leafs have reportedly kicked tires on Patrick Maroon, but also adds it wouldn't make sense without another move
- According to TSN and Sportsnet, the Maple Leafs are on Rick Nash's list of teams he would accept a trade too.
Speculated Targets;
Luke Glendening [DET]
Mike Green [DET]
Ryan McDonagh [NYR]
Chris Tanev [VAN]
Mark Letestu [EDM]
Patrick Maroon [EDM]
Rick Nash [TOR]
Jack Johnson [CBJ]
Boone Jenner [CBJ]
Niklas Hjalmarsson [ARI]
Tomas Plekanec [MTL]
Confirmed News;
February 20th 2018
February 15th 2018
Latest Buzz;
- On Headlines, Friedman and Kypreos mentioned the following names when talking about the Leafs deadline plans; Tomas Plekanec, Mark Letestu, Luke Glendening, Ryan McDonagh and Mike Green
- Elliotte Friedman also suggested on his podcast that the Maple Leafs could be looking at a lateral move. Trading a current player for a return, and then using that return to help acquire someone else on their radar.
- Elliotte Friedman revealed on his podcast that Luke Glendening to Toronto is "very real" he he won't be a surprise when it happens. He expects the Leafs to send a body back to Detroit, possibly Josh Leivo, along with a draft pick.
- Pierre Lebrun revealed that Ryan McDonagh has the Maple Leafs on his "yes" list, or rather, not on his 10 team list he can block a trade too. The Maple Leafs and Rangers can make a deal for Ryan McDonagh, without his permission.
- Reid Wilkins, host of Insider Sports and Oilers Hockey on 630 CHED Edmonton, stated the Maple Leafs have inquired about Mark Letestu. It's believed the Pittsburgh Penguins, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Philadelphia Flyers also have interest in the veteran center.
- Elliotte Friedman reported in his 31 Thoughts column that the Maple Leafs would prefer to send a contract back in any deal for Luke Glendening. He suggested the Leafs may have offered Nikita Soshnikov at one point, and wondered if Josh Leivo could enter the discussion. He stated that in terms of a draft pick, the Leafs and Wings have a couple rounds to go before coming to any kind of agreement.
- Maple Leafs offered Detroit a 5th Round Pick for Luke Glendening. Detroit countered with a 2nd Round Pick. Talks broke off - Per TSN.
- Craig Custance, the Wings beat for The Athletic, suggested the Wings would likely need to retain on Luke Glendening's salary in any deal
- Per Sportsnet Headlines, the Canucks have told teams, including the Maple Leafs, that it would take a "special offer" to acquire Chris Tanev. Speculated asking price appears to be a 1st Round Pick + Prospect + Roster Player
- According to Elliotte Friedman, the Leafs have reportedly kicked tires on Patrick Maroon, but also adds it wouldn't make sense without another move
- According to TSN and Sportsnet, the Maple Leafs are on Rick Nash's list of teams he would accept a trade too.
Speculated Targets;
Luke Glendening [DET]
Mike Green [DET]
Ryan McDonagh [NYR]
Chris Tanev [VAN]
Mark Letestu [EDM]
Patrick Maroon [EDM]
Rick Nash [TOR]
Jack Johnson [CBJ]
Boone Jenner [CBJ]
Niklas Hjalmarsson [ARI]
Tomas Plekanec [MTL]
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