Insider reveals Mitch Marner's potential landing spot and trade return
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The Vegas Golden Knights are reportedly interested in acquiring Toronto Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner, sparking off-season trade buzz around the star forward.
Knights' interest in Marner amid trade speculation
An insider has revealed that the Vegas Golden Knights have shown interest in acquiring Toronto Maple Leafs' star forward, Mitch Marner. With the Leafs potentially looking to make significant trades during the offseason, Marner could be a key asset in a major deal. This information comes from David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, who has been closely following the trade discussions.
"The Vegas Golden Knights reportedly have interest in Toronto Maple Leafs' forward Mitch Marner. Per, David Pagnotta."
Dennis Berstein of the Fourth Period was asked if Mitch Marner will be traded and his answer might surprise us all. Here's what he said
"Yep. Vegas. Here's why. I'll give you two guys on the last year of their deals. William Karlsson and Shea Theodore and look at their combined cap hit and tell me if the math works."
Potential trade scenarios and players
Trade rumors have been rampant in recent weeks, with various scenarios being floated around. If the Golden Knights are serious about adding Marner to their roster, they would need to offer players with substantial salaries in return. This move aligns with the Maple Leafs' need to strengthen their defensive line, making a trade involving defenseman Shea Theodore a possibility.
Theodore, 28, had an impressive regular season, scoring 42 points in 47 games. However, his performance in the playoffs was less stellar, as he failed to score in seven games. Theodore has one season remaining on his contract, which carries an average annual value (AAV) of $5,200,000. Given his upcoming free agency, Theodore is likely to seek a raise in his next contract negotiations.
Impact on the Leafs and Marner's future
For the Maple Leafs, trading Marner could be a strategic move to address their defensive needs. The team's blue line has been a point of concern, and acquiring a player like Theodore could provide the boost they require. On the other hand, Marner's departure would leave a significant gap in the Leafs' offensive lineup, making this a high-stakes decision for the team's management.
As the offseason progresses, all eyes will be on the developments between the Golden Knights and the Maple Leafs. The potential trade involving Marner could reshape the dynamics of both teams, making it one of the most closely watched stories in the hockey world.
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