Maple Leafs Officially Linked to Top Six Forward on the Vancouver Canucks
The Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly asked about Vancouver Canucks winger Brock Boeser as they explore top-six scoring options ahead of the trade deadline of the NHL.
While While Brad Treliving wanted to help the team center depth but the competitive trade market has shifted his priorities to a more feasible option.
Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman recently linked the Leafs to Carolina Hurricanes forward Mikko Rantanen, but The Fourth Period's Dave Pagnotta has now confirmed Toronto's interest in Boeser too.
The 27-year-old winger has recorded 18 goals and 35 points in 48 games this season and is in the final year of his contract with a $6.65M cap hit and a 10-team no-trade list.
According to cam Robinson, Brock Boeser's availability comes from the non-movement in his contract talks with Vancouver as the two sides remain far apart on the term and the salary.
His playoff experience with 23 points in 29 career postseason games could help the Leafs address their recurring scoring struggles in the playoffs.
If Mikko Rantanen is unavailable or is too expensive for the Leafs, then Brock Boeser could be a more affordable alternative for their offensive depth.
With just two weeks until the deadline, the market is expected to heat up following the 4 Nations Face-Off being finished and Brad Treliving appears to be at the center of multiple trade discussions in the NHL.
Would Boeser be the right fit for the Toronto Maple Leafs or should they continue prioritizing their center depth?
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FEVRIER 23 | 189 ANSWERS Maple Leafs Officially Linked to Top Six Forward on the Vancouver Canucks Do you think Brad Treliving will trade for a winger instead of a center for the Toronto Maple Leafs? | ||
| Yes | 76 | 40.2 % |
| No | 113 | 59.8 % |
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