Bringing back Nazem Kadri could solve all of the Maple Leafs' problems
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Calgary Flames are rumored to be in talks since Brad Treliving left Calgary to become the Leafs' general manager.
The Flames have reportedly hesitated to trade with Brad Treliving and it's likely due to lingering tensions between the two.
However, the Leafs have a big need for a third-line center and Calgary's Nazem Kadri could be the perfect fit for them.
Toronto has experimented with David Kämpf and Pontus Holmberg in the 3C role but neither offers the depth needed for a deep playoff run.
Despite a dip in performance this season, Nazem Kadri is still a capable player who could provide significant experience for the team he is playing for. The Maple Leafs need his gritty playing style and could benefit from his proven playoff track record.
Nazem Kadri's past with Toronto includes suspensions that hurt the team during key playoff moments but his return could be a poetic move by offering a chance for redemption and a solidifying presence behind Auston Matthews and John Tavares.
His current $7 million cap hit with four years remaining is something to keep in mind, but Calgary might be open to retaining some salary as they enter a rebuilding phase.
A potential deal could involve a package of low draft picks from Toronto in exchange for Nazem Kadri with Calgary keeping part of his salary.
There is speculation that a larger trade could be in the works, possibly including defensemen like Rasmus Andersson or MacKenzie Weegar.
Nazem Kadri's addition would help a lot with Toronto's center depth by making the Leafs even polyvalent on their three lines.
If the two teams can resolve their differences, this trade could be a win-win for both sides. It would give Calgary assets for their rebuilding and bolster Toronto's playoff hopes.
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NOVEMBRE 15 | 184 ANSWERS Bringing back Nazem Kadri could solve all of the Maple Leafs' problems Do you think the Toronto Maple Leafs should trade for Nazem Kadri? | ||
| Yes | 113 | 61.4 % |
| No | 71 | 38.6 % |
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