Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving takes major step towards securing a trade
Brad Treliving is facing a crucial decision as he weighs potential trades to strengthen the Toronto Maple Leafs for a deep playoff run.
As seen on Hockey Patrol, while the need for a third-line center is clear, it's critical for Brad Treliving not to rush and overpay when prospects like Easton Cowan represent the team's future.
Brad Treliving's goal is to add a polyvalent center with defensive reliability and some offensive upside and while blockbuster names like Nazem Kadri or Brock Nelson can bring temptation, acquiring them would be too high.
Recent reports from The Fourth Period indicate that a trade is unlikely before the holiday roster freeze on December 20, giving Treliving more time to assess options.
A move for a veteran at the dot is not considered imminent, but the Maple Leafs are doing their due diligence and scouring the market, compiling a list of potential targets later in the campaign."
Instead of a high-priced star, a more affordable options like Trent Frederic or Juuso Parssinen could provide the needed boost without damaging the prospect pool and these players offer defensive stability and energy at a lower acquisition cost.
Additionally, moving on from Nicholas Robertson who wasn't constant at all with the Leafs could facilitate this type of trade.
If Toronto can swap Nick Robertson for a more defensive center, it would solidify the third line and bring more consistency to the offense.
Brad Treliving is known for his measured approach, and while fans are eager for postseason success, their GM doesn't want to sacrifice all their future for this.
Brad Treliving must balance immediate needs with long-term sustainability to avoid repeating past mistakes and whether he acts now or later, careful decision-making will be key.
Should Brad Treliving stick with the emerging line of Nick Robertson, Max Domi, and Bobby McMann, or is a trade inevitable?
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DECEMBRE 16 | 225 ANSWERS Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving takes major step towards securing a trade Do you think Brad Treliving should trade to help the third-line of the Toronto Maple Leafs? | ||
| Yes | 163 | 72.4 % |
| No | 62 | 27.6 % |
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