Friedman: Senators and Leafs trade discussions really intensify

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July 11, 2022 (8:00)

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According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, talks between the Ottawa Senators and Toronto Maple Leafs for goaltender Matt Murray are heating up.

"Rumour has it that OTT / TOR has stepped up discussions around Matt Murray. We'll see how things play out, but those conversations are ongoing." -Elliotte Friedman

Senators GM Pierre Dorion is looking for any way to trade goaltender Matt Murray, who makes $6.25 million a year through the summer of 2024.

In 20 games last season, Murray maintained a 3.05 goals-against average and a .906 save percentage. He also started two games in the AHL.

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