The Toronto Maple Leafs could find a Chris Tanev replacement in Philadelphia, despite concerns lingering around the idea.
The Toronto Maple Leafs could target Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen as a potential trade replacement for the injured Chris Tanev, according to writer Nestor Quixtan. Quixtan highlights commentator Sid Seixeiro's suggestion that the 31-year-old impending unrestricted free agent would provide defensive physical strength alongside Jake McCabe on Toronto's blue line.
However, potential hurdles remain regarding any potential deal between the clubs. The Flyers previously sought a first-round pick in trade discussions, and Ristolainen was recently placed on injured reserve due to an upper-body injury, making his health a deciding factor.
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