Darren Dreger reveals Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving's top targets in free agency

This information comes to us from NHL insider Darren Dreger. According to Dregs, Brad Treliving's number one target in free agency is Stars defenseman Chris Tanev. Notably, Treliving has worked with Tanev in the past as they were both part of the Calgary Flames organization.

Athletic writer James Mirtle has revealed one surprising tactic Treliving may be considering in order to entice Tanev to leave the Stars. The 34-year-old is reportedly looking for a four-year extension, which is already more than most teams would probably feel comfortable with. However, Treliving may be willing to go as long as five years in order to make a deal work.

It appears as though the Leafs and the Stars may be gearing up for a bidding war over Tanev's services. Treliving has yet to extend either Bertuzzi or Domi, possibly out of a desire to save cap space for the UFA defenseman. Jim Nill on the other hand has traded Ty Delandrea and bought out Ryan Suter to build his own cap room as much as possible.

However things turn out, this is certainly shaping up to be a very interesting offseason for the Leafs. Be sure to tune in July 1st to see how things shake out.