Rumor: David Pagnotta: Leafs exploring market for cost effective top 6 forward.

[LEAFANFORLIFE23]

I think Monahan actually makes a lot of sense for Toronto but Habs need him at the very least until Dvorak returns. But, Leafs need a 3C and good right side defenceman and have about $40 total to spend

I agree they need a 3rd line center and if healthy Monahan would a great fit.

Matthews
Tavares
Monahan
Kampf

Would be very strong down the middle, the problem is Monahan has missed A LOT of time the last 2 years.

Another guy I'd look at come the deadline if the NYI are out is JG Pageau, he's not a rental so he'd be a longer term solution

 

[GeeoffBrown]

You can have your guys Huberdeau and Kadri, Brad!

 

[Phion Keneuf]

I think Monahan actually makes a lot of sense for Toronto but Habs need him at the very least until Dvorak returns. But, Leafs need a 3C and good right side defenceman and have about $40 total to spend

What are the chances he stays healthy? If the cost is a 2nd or less I’d probably go for it, mainly because I don’t trust his health.

 

[dirtydanglez]

maybe they can get someone after new years with retention but trying to find someone now is a tough task.

 

[Jared Dunn]

I agree they need a 3rd line center and if healthy Monahan would a great fit.

Matthews
Tavares
Monahan
Kampf

Would be very strong down the middle, the problem is Monahan has missed A LOT of time the last 2 years.

Another guy I'd look at come the deadline if the NYI are out is JG Pageau, he's not a rental so he'd be a longer term solution

It's 100% about health with Monahan but if he's healthy at the deadline he'll be sought after, I don't know if there will be anyone else available who brings more to the table relative to their cap hit. He's been excellent for Montreal and I wouldn't be opposed to bringing him back again

What are the chances he stays healthy? If the cost is a 2nd or less I’d probably go for it, mainly because I don’t trust his health.

Impossible to say but so far so good can only continue to hope. I think he garners a first if he stays healthy all year because there will be multiple teams after him. Due to the injury history, there would likely be conditions on the first or a conditional pick going the other way based on games played

 

[LEAFANFORLIFE23]

It's 100% about health with Monahan but if he's healthy at the deadline he'll be sought after, I don't know if there will be anyone else available who brings more to the table relative to their cap hit. He's been excellent for Montreal and I wouldn't be opposed to bringing him back again


Impossible to say but so far so good can only continue to hope. I think he garners a first if he stays healthy all year because there will be multiple teams after him. Due to the injury history, there would likely be conditions on the first or a conditional pick going the other way based on games played

Habs fans said he was getting a 1st last year, don't do this to yourselves again.

 

[Ghetty Green]

LOL

all clubs are looking for a cost affective FWD--high performance low cost

I thought the Leafs were already tight against the cap and spent their LTIR money?

Pagnotta has a wife and kids to feed. Leave him alone

 

[Mrfenn92]

Every team would enjoy a low cost top 6 option

 

[Jared Dunn]

Habs fans said he was getting a 1st last year, don't do this to yourselves again.

I'm sure his season ending injury had nothing to do with not being able to get assets for him!

 

[I Hate Blake Coleman]

A cost effective top 6? No shit, so would Calgary and the rest of the League. I expect more nuggets of wisdom like "the Leafs want to win more games."

 

[hamzarocks]

I don't think either is good enough to stick in the NHL



They need a save from Samsonov.

I'm not going to blame an 831 save% on the defense

Your wrong on robertson and correct on McMann most likely

Robertson should be in the NHL playing right now

He is ~ppg in his AHL career over 3 years (55ish games). He has been used as a checking 3rd liner for his short NHL stunt and unfortunately got injured whenever he looked like he could be breaking into the league

We need to have Robertson in the lineup over holmberg, Jarnkrok, Gregor, reeves

The easiest move is to deal Jarkrok for a solid #5D who has some size and can pair with Rielly (luke schenn esque) and bring in Robertson full time

 

[Golden_Jet]

You would think a fan of a team with 3 (or more?) number 1 defenceman and a losing record would be able to spot goaltending issues but here we are.

So what about the leaf fans saying defense before forwards for upgrades, are they all wrong as well.

 

[Bond]

The Leafs don’t need Kadri and he’s overpaid.

 

[trellaine201]

I don't disagree I'm keeping an eye on Carolina Brett Pesce would be a great addition.

Long term injury, 2-4 weeks. I read longer though.

 

[dubey]

David Pagnotta is not a legit source. He just throws stuff out and once in a while he's randomly "right".

He is persistent though. People keep falling for it as a result of his persistence

 

[A1LeafNation]

What the f*** was Treliving doing all summer...Dreaming about Nylander at center?

Ffs.

 

[DavidBL]

Maybe Tor is looking at moving one of their top 6 for that defensive help and is looking to see if they can replace who ever they trade away?

 

[alphabetical]

I'm not blaming the defense for Samsonov having an 831 save%.

831 is NEVER a defense problem, 831 means you aren't making enough saves.

That kind of save percentage means a bad goalie is being hung out to dry by terrible team defence, especially from the defenders. You can keep blaming a single person, but there's plenty of blame to go around.

 

[Big Daddy Cane]

I don't disagree I'm keeping an eye on Carolina Brett Pesce would be a great addition.

Contenders rarely trade important rentals. When healthy, he's still playing a key role.

Tanev is a better bet to be in play.

 

[Jared Dunn]

Your wrong on robertson and correct on McMann most likely

Robertson should be in the NHL playing right now

He is ~ppg in his AHL career over 3 years (55ish games). He has been used as a checking 3rd liner for his short NHL stunt and unfortunately got injured whenever he looked like he could be breaking into the league

We need to have Robertson in the lineup over holmberg, Jarnkrok, Gregor, reeves

The easiest move is to deal Jarkrok for a solid #5D who has some size and can pair with Rielly (luke schenn esque) and bring in Robertson full time

The bolded is exactly why they should keep him down for a while. The guy has had the better part of 3 crucial developmental seasons basically wiped out. He is playing great and in all situations for the Marlies, confidence and versatility are improving. He's going to force his way on to the NHL roster but they don't need to rush, let him get 20 or so games as a top player and hope he carries that with him

 

[34]

It's probably McDavid.

That is 3 seasons. I think they mean now.

 

[LEAFANFORLIFE23]

Your wrong on robertson and correct on McMann most likely

Robertson should be in the NHL playing right now

He is ~ppg in his AHL career over 3 years (55ish games). He has been used as a checking 3rd liner for his short NHL stunt and unfortunately got injured whenever he looked like he could be breaking into the league

We need to have Robertson in the lineup over holmberg, Jarnkrok, Gregor, reeves

The easiest move is to deal Jarkrok for a solid #5D who has some size and can pair with Rielly (luke schenn esque) and bring in Robertson full time

Robertson isn't better than any winger in the top 9 and he can't be a 4th liner.

There is in spot for him.

 

[LEAFANFORLIFE23]

Contenders rarely trade important rentals. When healthy, he's still playing a key role.

Tanev is a better bet to be in play.

I'm watching him and Zadorov too

 

[Byron Bitz]

How about Nick Robertson?

 

[LEAFANFORLIFE23]

How about Nick Robertson?

He gets hurt to much and isn't better than any winger in the top 9