Leafs Trade Rumors

16 Mar 2026 10:58:42
So it looks like the Leafs are gonna do the Leafs thing and not finish bottom 5 so here’s some moves I think help the Leafs retool and help change the out look of this team…

At the draft-

Tor: Reilly
Sjs: 2nd (pick 64) Haultenen

Offseason blockbuster-

Tor: Nylander
Ana: Mctavish Mintyukov

Free agency-

Sign Laughton 3x 4.5
Sign Roslovic 2x5
And sign someone like a Lomberg

No those guys don’t replace Marner Nylander types but it’s about continuing to change this teams identity.

I think San Jose might be the only team willing to take that risk on Reilly and getting at late 2nd and a blue chip prospect I think is fair for both teams.

The Willy trade I’ve put out there before Leafs need to get a 2nd line centre so they can move JT to the wing Mctavish has kinda been overshadowed with the emergence of some of their younger guys I think he brings the puss and vinegar that you want.

And Mintyukov if that offensive dman that the Leafs need plus he’s got good size he’s not just a small speedy guy.

For free agents I think we can agree that Laughton is the player we thought he was but the coach refused to use him like he should’ve bring him back and put him where you we’re supposed to.
Roslovic we should have signed this year he’s not a world beater but he’s a responsible two way player that with put up 20 goals 50 points. And lastly Leafs should go and get that glue/ energy guy for the fourth line which is why I suggested Lomberg but it could be someone else preferably on the cheap.

There are more moves they need to make but these are what I think could/should happen.

16 Mar 2026 11:54:01
Goat2.0

It seems to me that I should go back to hoping the Leafs win. Why? Because then they disappoint me and lose. I’ve been recently hoping they lose and they win!

So I’m going to now hope they’ll win and disappoint me yet again!

I like the Rielly trade, Kasper Halttunen is a big skilled 21yo winger #34 in 2023.

I do like Laughton’s character but at $4.5m isn’t that too expensive for L4C?

For me I’d take AJ Greer before Lomberg but that’s definitely the type of player we need on L4. Greer is younger and has scored well this year.

Also I’m not keen on paying Roslovic $5m, though I do like his size, skill and speed.

If I spend $5m on a F I’d consider Mantha or Marchment.

Do we need both of them? Groulx, as big C with speed, a solid to great wrist shot, could be our L3C next year.

I’m certainly seeing the need to trade Nylander to get 2 or 3 players that can all contribute in the NHL next year. McTavish and Mintyukov are certainly good targets and save on cap to sign UFAs.

I like the direction and your thinking.

16 Mar 2026 12:25:07
Rielly won’t get that much. Take the second and run. Or ideally throw in Domi and get a second and a 4th.

16 Mar 2026 13:29:32
I think we could get more elsewhere for Nylander. And in that trade we don't save money in cap. Willy has $11.5M. McTavich has $7M and Mintyukov is forecasted as a RFA to get between $5.75 to $6.5.

I would like to see a 1st or 2 2nds in there.

I like the Halttunen idea. He had good chemistry with Cowan in London. A young guns line of those two centred by Holinka would be a fun one to watch grow together.

16 Mar 2026 14:16:43
Bob1965
Which team do you target for the 2nd and 4th? Is it for 2026?

Since we’re giving up two NHL players, maybe we should ask also for a decent D+2 prospect. I think you’re underselling a bit, but it’s addition by subtraction.

Suffering
There are certainly lots of choices to get a great Nylander return.

If not the Ducks there’s SJS and the Kraken that I’d target. I’ll pass SJS for now since I just traded Rielly to them for Halttunen.



In Seattle they have a bevy of talent. As you know I’m focused on good talent already drafted to have a shorter turnaround. Do you think I’m too greedy if I ask for Shane Wright to stick in L3C now, plus 3 of 4 of the following: Carson Rehkopf, Julius Miettinen, Lukas Dragicevic and Blake Fiddler.

Lol okay 2 of the 3 then!

16 Mar 2026 15:36:18
@Randy As I mentioned for Laughton if they bring him back it can’t be for fourth line duties if that’s what they are thinking then don’t bother. As for Roslovic, maybe 5 mil is rich, but that’s what I think he’s worth at the top end. Mantha has had a great year; I see him staying in Pittsburg and Marchment already expressed that he didn’t want to come to the Leafs.



@sufferingsince I don’t think you can trade a guy like Nylander for futures. Also, he’s got to waive, so keep in mind he dictates where he goes. I think getting two young guys who are already NHL proven and have been solid is what you get back in a Nylander deal. No way you get both players plus high end picks. Willy’s good but he’s not Quinn Hughes.

16 Mar 2026 16:48:49
At Goat2.0, I only mention either futures or extra with Willy because if we are trading him we need to either get his production at least back if it is a retool. If it's a rebuid we need to get as many prospects and picks as we can. I also know he has to waive if he is to be traded.



I am also one of the few on here who would rather keep him in either scenario. He is not slowing down but Matthews is. I have said it before and will say it again. Willy's contract in 2 years in this league of salary explosion will look like a bargain.

15 Mar 2026 19:51:52
Oilers
Stolarz
Leafs
Jarry
Howard
We take Jarry to get Howard
Jarry on waivers
Will not be picked up so a buyout is in order

With Jack 💩 in prospects or high end picks Leafs need to get creative

Nylander to Ducks
Sennecke Luneau 2nd 2027 2nd 2027 to Leafs
Tough to trade a world class talent
But this is where it’s at currently

Tanknation is alive
I predict or dream they will get the 3rd overall pick
Verhoeff would be a great addition

Rielly to Hawks
2nd 2026 2nd 2027 to Leafs

15 Mar 2026 20:13:29
Yes to all but Stolarz deal.

Jarry has two more years at $5.375, I believe, and if he passes waivers we are still on the hook for $4m+.

Makes no sense to me. Send Stolarz to Carolina or the Ducks and you’ll get a solid return with $4m added to our cap.

One for one to Ducks for Nathan Gaucher or Carolina for Charles-Alexis Legault.

15 Mar 2026 22:27:29
Can't see the Nylander deal working for Anaheim. Willy comes in with his $11,500,000 contract and Anaheim loses a young player they have for $942,500 for another 2 years in Sennecke. Then they also have Calrsoon, Gauthier, Minyukov and Zellweger to sign in the Offseason. Sennecke is to valueable of a player for his cap hit to let go.

15 Mar 2026 23:15:56
Agree that the Nylander probably wouldn’t but I do like it!

16 Mar 2026 12:28:14
Nylander to Detroit. They have cap space and prospects.

Nylander for Cossa, Danielson and a first round pick.
Trade Stolarz to Habs.

16 Mar 2026 13:39:36
Again I think we can get more for Nylander but if that deal was to cross the table, Cossa is probably off the board. He is a RFA and I think Detroit has him penciled in to replace Talbot and then it will be winner take all with him and John Gibson for starter and backup.

However... if anyone was looking to get a goaltender for the future. Detroit also has Trey Augustine and he is legitimate #1 quality within 2 years of starting a pro career. They also have other great goalie prospects too. Somehow they really built up a wealth at that position.

16 Mar 2026 14:28:35
All these trade possibilities are there!!!

We need to ensure we have the right GM who is willing to be bold, who is able identify talent and fit, and who is able to negotiate well. I don’t believe that’s Treliving though it sounds like it could happen.

If he stays the Leafs need to add a President of Operations that played in the NHL who has a well above average hockey IQ.



Is that Chris Pronger or Ron Francis?

The Leafs have lots of talent to trade for the right returns. Done properly and with a little luck on our side we can compete next year for the Cup.

16 Mar 2026 15:15:14
I've said it before... Back up the Brinks truck to his door and Vegas and hire McPhee away from them as Team President. That man knows the hockey business. And... maybe the toughest pound for pound fighter I ever saw play the game. Little man took on all comers.

14 Mar 2026 22:57:53
Florida would get:

Auston Matthews!
Imagine Auston Matthews getting to play on the same line as his close
friend Tkachuk, wow. Tax free wow.

Toronto would get:

Anton Lundell – 2C (Tavares play 3C)

Sam Reinhart – top-6 RW (Nylander play first line so Lundell and Reinhart play same line together)

1st round pick 2026

1st round pick 2027

Domi trade 2nd round pick other team who needs Domi.

Robertson go.

I’m calling it now: Leo Carlsson is a future legitimate #1 center, and a 3-year bridge deal at $8.2M AAV is the move. Go Toronto tank like hell and sign L Carlsson and target draft prospects Chase Reid of course.

14 Mar 2026 23:13:39
Ok! Well first off there is no way in Hell Florida is giving up Lundell and Reinhart for Matthews. Even without the 2 1st round draft picks that they don't even possess put in there.

But now I truly, truly, truly want to to explain to everyone on this site how Toronto can Sign Leo Carlsson a RFA to a contract? Please explain this and also explain where Florida would get the 2 first round picks from, are you gambline that they finish low enough they get their top ten protected pick back this year?

15 Mar 2026 22:10:17
We are still waiting Thisisit for your explanation on how we land Leo Carlsson as a RFA.

16 Mar 2026 14:30:04
Apparently it’s not going to happen. Or he’s still pondering.

14 Mar 2026 15:38:22
Sorry guys! I had commented Leafs need to circle a date next year to get Gudas. It’s actually March 30!!! We better have someone called up or ready for this to get him for Matthews period!

14 Mar 2026 17:17:37
Time to call up Blake Smith from the Marlies for an audition on March 30th.

14 Mar 2026 17:23:11
I’d like to see him as well.
Young, big and has some skill.
Let’s give many a look-see instead of playing Jarnkrok, Stecher, Myers, Joshua and a few other from time to time.

14 Mar 2026 22:02:09
His dad was pretty tough dude, but was not over the line with the fights, and having Keith and Wayne Primeau as your uncles there certainly is a lineage of toughness in that family lol. Love to see him make a debut against Gudas.

12 Mar 2026 19:41:29
Yeah yeah, but honestly I’d rather take Elias Pettersson and Nils Hoglander to Toronto and send Auston to the Canucks.

Auston’s value probably isn’t something like three first-round picks, a couple of A-level prospects and a ready-made first-line center anymoree.

It’s been a weak season for him, and the GMs around the league have definitely noticed. His slow skating is something other teams’ GMs will be aware of too.

12 Mar 2026 19:57:23
Yes it is.

12 Mar 2026 20:33:41
Come on fellas, this is very silly and bad!

12 Mar 2026 22:00:57
Lmao it's been a weak season for Matthews? But it has been what for Petterson? And Hoglander? Seriously, dude. Don't use the site to propose trades while you are drinking?

13 Mar 2026 14:19:20
Saying that is ridiculous hey? U know AM wants out period but he’s still elite. Watch the medal round in the olympics he makes a tip pass only 3/4 players in the world could. I’m all for trading him but best be getting Beckett Sennecke plus type return back.

He’s still that good. He’s hurt and after that pos coward Gudas knee last night he’s legit hurt where everyone’s knows.

13 Mar 2026 15:16:16
I hear Gudas is only getting a phone meeting, which means 5 games maximum.

Gudas is a dirty player, hands down.
DoPeS are a joke, Parros needs to be replaced.

14 Mar 2026 12:50:24
I agree Tags. He has been a dirty player for a long time and sadly one of these times he won't just hurt someone but hurt them bad enough to end their career. The only reason players on his own teams associate and befriend him is because they are grateful he isn't doing that to them.

I imagine even some of them are very conscious of where he is on the ice during practice,

14 Mar 2026 14:26:26
Leafs have one agenda this coming offseason for sure. That’s getting 1 or more beasts that hit everything and drop the gloves for fun. More importantly stand up for their teammates. Next season Leafs and Ducks or whoever employs Gudas circle that game and he gets smoked leaves not on his owe meaning carried off the ice. That’s first!

12 Mar 2026 14:13:01
Out Toronto sends: William Nylander ($11.5M) + Matthew Knies ($7.75M)
IN: Robert Thomas ($8.125M) + Jake NeighBours ($3.75M*) + Pius Suter ($4.125M)

Toronto would give Berggren $2M/ year for 2–3 seasons and let Robertson go. Berggren and Suter wouldd then skate together again on the third line.

TheN
Ufa Signing: Rasmus Andersson
Contract: 6 Years $7.5M aav.

And Jake NeighBours would take the first-line RW spot, while Thomas takes the 2C role, and Suter adds some penalty kill expertise on third line.



------If Toronto got rid of Auston, Thomas would take over the 1C spot.

It would be great if Toronto could land an additional second-round pick in 2027, though it's not strictly necessary.

**I know it sounds wild, but it's a wild idea worth a shot**.

12 Mar 2026 15:28:35
Lol, the city of Toronto would burn down if that was the return for Knies and Nylander. Also Nylander would never accept a trade to STL.

12 Mar 2026 15:53:18
Would be nice to get Andersson for 7.5m. As for the original trade, that haul would get Nylander alone. Wouldn't need to include Knies.

12 Mar 2026 21:24:18
I’d love Andersson at $7.5m! And maybe even for 7 years!

12 Mar 2026 21:31:19
But I would not do deal#1. We lose two star players for a small return in my view.
I do like Thomas though.

12 Mar 2026 22:05:48
I would not do any deal This is it suggests. Just being honest.

12 Mar 2026 22:54:39
I guess a lot of them lost me but the Number one was.... Lets replace William Nylander at right wing with Jake Neighbours as our number 1 right winger.