Insider suggests blockbuster deal between the Hawks and the Maple Leafs
There will be changes in Toronto after the Maple Leafs are disappointed again. Mitch Marner is at the top of every headline.
Marner wasn't there for his team when they needed him during the playoffs, and with only a year remaining on his deal, insiders have identified him as one of the likeliest players to be traded. The Maple Leafs could use help on the back end, their blueline needs more depth, and Frank Seravalli suggested a deal that would not only fix that problem but also shake the NHL big time.
Seravalli mentioned the BlackHawks as a possible destination for the speedy winger Mitch Marner. The Hawks could use someone with his skill level to pair with Connor Bedard and whomever they'll be getting from this year's draft. In return, he believes Seth Jones could be helpful for the Maple Leafs. Big, right-handed and able to take one big minute, he'd be considered the Leafs' top blueliner from the get-go.
Seravalli: One team that makes a ton of sense for me for Mitch Marner, the Chicago Blackhawks.
Host: What are the Blackhawks sending back to Toronto?
Seravalli: Does Seth Jones interest you at all? Straight up Marner for Jones, who says no?
(Big Show)
The Maple Leafs could save millions of the salary cap for their team, the Hawks have the money to take on Marner and even ink him to his next contract:
"I think, regardless of whatever you think of the contract, he's still a number one defenseman and he's way better than anything else they've got. And technically cap wise you would be saving almost 2 million bucks." - Frank Seravalli
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JUIN 1 | 1242 ANSWERS Insider suggests blockbuster deal between the Hawks and the Maple Leafs Who says no? |
Maple Leafs | 355 | 28.6 % |
Blackhawks | 319 | 25.7 % |
Needs adjustements, both team could use the help | 568 | 45.7 % |
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