Through eight games, the Maple Leafs’ biggest need has become clear: defence. Sportsnet’s Luke Fox digs through potential solutions and much more in the latest Quick Shifts.
Luke Fox explores defensive trade options for the Toronto Maple Leafs after veteran defenceman Chris Tanev was sidelined indefinitely with an injury. Toronto has surrendered 22 goals at 5-on-5 through the early portion of the season, blowing leads in four of their five defeats. Fox suggests that general manager John Chayka may need to consider external trade targets to reinforce the team's struggling blue line.
Fox lists potential trade candidates including Zach Whitecloud, Rasmus Ristolainen, Carson Soucy, Brenden Dillon, and Nick Perbix, alongside higher-cost restricted free agents Simon Edvinsson and Alexander Nikishin. Additionally, the column covers league-wide topics such as mentorship dynamics involving young stars Matthew Schaefer and Gavin McKenna, Will Smith's contract status in San Jose, and Alex DeBrincat's extension with the Detroit Red Wings.
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