"McMann has shown this season that he can drive the play and generate offence. He has scored timely goals throughout the season and been a physical force within the top six. That versatility has made him a perfect fit under Craig Berube, but it has also significantly raised his market value. For a team already tight against the cap, McMann may have played himself into a price range the Leafs simply can't afford."
"The Alberta native has found a home on the first line alongside Auston Matthews and Max Domi. The trio has found great chemistry and has seemingly revitalized Auston Matthews. McMann has seen such great success this season because he fits well into Craig Berube's system, and he is receiving elevated minutes. McMann is a fast, heavy player; he is never scared to get into the corners and battle for a missing puck, which is something you need on your top six."
Bobby McMann emerged as a reliable top-six forward who can drive play, generate offence and score timely goals. He has combined physicality with speed and consistently earned trust from the coaching staff, earning elevated minutes in Craig Berube's system. McMann has developed since joining the Maple Leafs in 2020-21 and built on a 20-goal season, positioning himself to possibly reach 30 goals for the first time. He has found strong chemistry on the first line with Auston Matthews and Max Domi, helping revitalize Matthews. McMann's improved production and versatility have increased his market value, complicating offseason cap decisions.
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