"The Toronto Maple Leafs did not make a move prior to Wednesday's 3 PM ET Olympic trade freeze. Quite honestly, it didn't make sense for them to make one this early anyway. Despite the three game win streak to hit the break, according to multiple reports, deadline plans haven't changed for the Maple Leafs, who find themselves six points out of a playoff spot with 25 games remaining."
"At any rate, we kicked off the Thursday edition of Leafs Morning Take by discussing a variety of different topics. Firstly, we talked Gavin McKenna. What a bizarre story. Then, we hit on the Panarin trade, and what it could mean for the Bobby McMann market. For the record, we both think the Leafs should deal the 29-year-old winger. Brad Treliving needs to win this trade. It's important."
"We spent a good chunk of the podcast talking about the post-season. Are the Leafs done? The numbers seem daunting, but ultimately, we agreed that they definitely still have a shot. That said, they're going to need an epic run to get back in this thing. Furthermore, the Leafs have six games remaining prior to the March 6th deal. We figure they should have a better understanding of where they're at following the first three games of that stretch. Toronto's expected to buy and sell,"
The Maple Leafs made no moves before the Olympic trade freeze and enter the break six points out of a playoff spot with 25 games remaining. A recent three-game win streak did not alter deadline plans. Boston is the closest playoff team, but multiple teams ahead create a larger climb. Coverage highlighted Gavin McKenna's unusual situation and potential Panarin-trade effects on Bobby McMann's market, with some advocating trading the 29-year-old and expecting Brad Treliving to secure a strong return. Playoff entry looks difficult but possible with an epic run. Six games before March 6 should clarify direction; the team is expected to both buy and sell. A prediction favors a playoff berth and recommends re-signing McMann while noting a lack of middle-level depth.
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