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Maple Leafs Reportedly Asking for Award-Winning Defenseman in Exchange for William Nylander

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Curtis Hubscher
June 2, 2023  (8:17 PM)
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"With the future of the Leafs up in the air, various news and theories are emerging about their next moves.

A large portion of the fanbase appears unwilling to move forward with the same core team. This implies potential trades involving some of the league's standout stars. However, that's easier said than done.

Among the four core forwards, William Nylander seems to be the most dispensable. His lower cap hit makes his contract the easiest to move, especially as most teams are up against the cap.

One circulating rumor suggests the Leafs might propose trading Nylander for Moritz Seider:

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If this rumor is accurate, it's a lofty ask from the Leafs. It's highly unlikely that the Red Wings would part with their Calder Trophy-winning defenseman who's yet to reach his full potential. To make such a deal, the Leafs would likely need to add incentives like draft capital and agree to retain some salary.

If the Leafs are set on trading Nylander, they may need to explore other options.

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