"It might sound like a desperation move, but a team that entered the season with sky-high expectations after winning the Atlantic Division in 2024-25 and earning a trip to the second round of the playoffs can't afford to let this season slip away. Not with the Atlantic still up for grabs, and five points separating the Leafs from the Detroit Red Wings, who are leading the division with 25 points."
"Brad Treliving will do anything in his power to make the team better. But if the Leafs can start playing better hockey, quit making careless mistakes (like they did against the St. Louis Blues, despite getting the last laugh there), and start climbing in the standings, then Treliving won't need to move anyone in the short term. Player movement will come as we get closer to the trade deadline, when contenders will try to make their teams as deep as possible."
The Maple Leafs are considering opening almost their entire lineup to trades with only a few protected players. The team entered the season with high expectations after winning the Atlantic Division in 2024-25 and reaching the second round of the playoffs but currently trails division leader Detroit by five points. Brad Treliving prefers roster-for-roster deals and will avoid trading futures, including Easton Cowan. Core players Matthews, Nylander, Knies and John Tavares are off-limits and Morgan Rielly is unlikely to be moved. Injuries and inconsistent play increase the likelihood of deadline moves unless immediate improvement occurs.
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