Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov sent the NHL world into a frenzy after it was reported that he requested a trade and wouldn’t re-sign with the team. It was…
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly among the teams forward Nikita Kucherov would consider joining after requesting a trade from the Tampa Bay Lightning. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, both the Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens are potential destinations on Kucherov's 10-team trade list if either club can provide a compelling trade package.
The Hockey Writers notes that acquiring the two-time Stanley Cup champion via trade would require significant assets, such as draft picks and top prospects. Alternatively, the writer suggests Toronto could wait to pursue Kucherov as a free agent if Tampa Bay decides against moving him before the offseason.
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