"The Maple Leafs have acquired Dakota Joshua from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for a 2028 fourth-round draft pick as they continue to reshape their forward group this summer."
"In 2023-24, he produced a career season - in a contract year, no less - with 18 goals and 32 points in 63 games."
"Unfortunately for Joshua, later that summer, he was diagnosed with testicular cancer and underwent surgery to remove a tumor."
"He added four goals and eight points in 13 playoff games when the Canucks advanced to the second round of the 2024 playoffs."
The Maple Leafs traded for Dakota Joshua from the Vancouver Canucks, exchanging a 2028 fourth-round draft pick. Joshua, originally drafted by the Leafs in 2014, had a breakout season with the Canucks in 2023-24, scoring 18 goals and 32 points in 63 games. He faced challenges including a cancer diagnosis and recovery but had success in varying roles, including contributing in the playoffs. His acquisition aligns with the Leafs' goal of restructuring their forward lineup after a promising season.
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