"Depending on where Hughes lands, there could be serious implications for the Maple Leafs. If Hughes goes to the Detroit Red Wings, the Leafs could be seriously impacted. But beyond Hughes' potential landing spot, an interesting question comes to mind: Could the Toronto Maple Leafs use the Quinn Hughes trade as a template for a possible Auston Matthews deal? Questions regarding the Maple Leafs potentially trading Auston Matthews have not been foreign to the team."
"That's why the Maple Leafs will be keeping a close eye on how the Canucks handle trading Quinn Hughes, that is, if it gets that far. The return that the Canucks get for Hughes could be something the Leafs could be looking at for Matthews. Yes, comparing Hughes and Matthews is like comparing apples and oranges. Hughes is a Norris Trophy-winning defenseman. Matthews is a top-line center. But there is a template there since both are star players. They are also game-changing stars that could elevate a good team poised to contend for a championship."
Quinn Hughes' potential trade could have significant consequences for the Toronto Maple Leafs depending on his landing spot, with a move to the Detroit Red Wings posing particular concern. The Maple Leafs may study the return Vancouver receives as a possible template for trading Auston Matthews if team competitiveness declines before Matthews becomes a UFA in 2028. Trade discussions around Matthews would intensify if the Maple Leafs miss playoffs or face an extended downturn. Hughes and Matthews differ in position and accolades, but both are transformative stars whose acquisition could elevate a contending team.
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