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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Erik Karlsson could be the key for the Toronto Maple Leafs as Morgan Rielly struggles on the power play
Erik Karlsson could be the key for the Toronto Maple Leafs as Morgan Rielly struggles on the power play (Image Via Twitter) Going into this offseason with big decisions to make in re-tooling the special teams, Morgan Rielly has failed the power play despite being already locked into a huge contract worth $60 million. Ex-NHLer Carlo Colaiacovo has set forth the possibility of trading for Erik Karlsson as the answer. Karlsson's experience and service as the power-play quarterback will, of course, offer a much-needed uplift to the Leafs in the absence of Mitch Marner, who was previously doing the ticking of that box. Carlo Colaiacovo's prime suggestion: Erik Karlsson in for Morgan Rielly at Toronto Maple Leafs ' top power play — KidKool4U (@KidKool4U) Carlo Colaiacovo, a former Leafs defenseman, now a media analyst in the Toronto area, has ignited some discussion with his provocative proposal: trade for Erik Karlsson to revitalize the team's stagnant power play. Colaiacovo was talking on the "First Up" podcast. He stated how the Leafs do not have a defender right now that possesses the ability to effectively quarterback a power-play unit, and that was a void Karlsson could plug immediately. Last season, the Maple Leafs tried to put forward Mitch Marner in the position of power-play quarterback, thereby sitting Morgan Rielly, who was in his eighth year of a $60 million contract. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like So sánh mức trượt giá: Hợp đồng tương lai (CFD) Bitcoin vs Ethereum IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo With Marner no longer on the roster, the issue of setting an ideal candidate that commands the top unit is now again in the spotlight. Karlsson's offensive ability on the blue line and his bargain-basement one-year term make him an obvious trade target, according to Colaiacovo. Karlsson, now 35, came off a very productive year in Pittsburgh, putting up 53 points in 82 games. On paper, Karlsson remains a long-term 7-figure signed contract defenseman initially signed by the San Jose Sharks; however, with just one-year left on that contract, Toronto has the opportunity to acquire him for a much lower cap hit. Meanwhile, the Leafs made a splash by trading veteran enforcer Ryan Reaves to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for defenseman Henry Thrun. Reaves, the enforcer, entered last season on his last year of a three-year, $4.05 million deal, with barely any impact throughout the previous season. Mike Grier, GM, mentioned Reaves' attributes of experience and toughness while Denmark complimented his positive influence in the dressing rooms of the multiple teams with which he has been affiliated: Rangers and Blues. Also Read: Anthony Stolarz may be closing in on a massive extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs With Mitch Marner out of the equation and Morgan Rielly still not locking the power play down, the Toronto Maple Leafs are in desperate need of a solution. Karlsson may just be it. Whether or not the team heeds Carlo Colaiacovo's advice, we all know the mere discussion is a breath of fresh air into Toronto's offseason storyline. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Maple Leafs Trade Idea Swaps Morgan Rielly for $49 Million Center
Maple Leafs Trade Idea Swaps Morgan Rielly for $49 Million Center originally appeared on Athlon Sports. In a recent article for The Hockey News, NHL analyst Adam Proteau proposed a bold trade idea that could help solve the Toronto Maple Leafs' top-six problem after Mitch Marner's exit in a sign-and-trade with the Vegas Golden Knights. Advertisement In Proteau's eyes, there is a possible scenario out there that could see the Leafs and Calgary Flames swap superstars on opposite ends of the ice. Proteau believes that there is a case to be made for Toronto to send defenseman Morgan Rielly to Calgary in exchange for Nazem Kadri, who has been linked to a possible return to the Maple Leafs during the early stages of the offseason. Proteau pointed out that Leafs GM Brad Treliving acknowledged the need to replace Mitch Marner after dealing him to Vegas. 'Mitch was a top-six forward, and we haven't replaced that hole,' Treliving said on July 1. 'That's really where our focus is.' Advertisement Touching on that comment, Proteau argued that Toronto is unlikely to make another major free-agent splash because of the lack of talent available, suggesting trades are the only realistic path forward. That's where Kadri fits the scenario, with Proteau arguing that a Rielly–Kadri swap could work cleanly on the cap sheet. Rielly carries a cap hit of $7.5 million per year through 2030, and Kadri comes at $7 million annually through 2029. "Certainly, the money involved in a Kadri/Rielly trade is almost a perfect match," Proteau wrote. "If the Flames are taking on that extra year of Rielly's salary, Treliving may have to add another asset to make a deal work for the Flames – something like a second-round draft pick, which the Maple Leafs have in the 2027 and 2028 drafts." Advertisement Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) looks on during a Stanley Cup Playoffs Navarro-Imagn Images In a potential roadblock, both players have no-trade clauses. Even then, Proteau believes the fit is appealing enough for both players and teams that approval from all parties is plausible. 'A reunion with Kadri surely would be welcomed by the former Leaf,' Proteau wrote. Proteau added that the Leafs could slot Kadri as the second-line center, shift John Tavares to the wing or the third line, and suddenly gain surplus depth down the middle. 'If Treliving is able to pull off this deal, don't say you didn't see it coming,' Proteau wrote. Related: Maple Leafs Get Bad News on Possible Reunion with Flames Center Related: Nick Robertson Forces Maple Leafs' Hand with Bold Contract Move This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
NHL trade rumors: Maple Leafs linked to shocking Morgan Rielly–Nazem Kadri swap to fix top-six gap
Toronto Maple Leafs are considering trading Morgan Rielly (Imagn Images) As the Toronto Maple Leafs regroup following Mitch Marner's high-profile departure in a sign-and-trade to the Vegas Golden Knights, NHL insiders are speculating about how the team plans to fill the void. One bold suggestion has now sparked a wave of debate: trading Morgan Rielly for Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri. Could the Toronto Maple Leafs trade Morgan Rielly for Nazem Kadri? The trade proposal, first floated by NHL analyst Adam Proteau in The Hockey News, lays out a scenario in which Toronto would swap their long-time defenseman for a veteran forward who once wore the Maple Leafs jersey. Kadri, now with Calgary and signed to a seven-year, $49 million deal, could be the answer to Toronto's gaping hole in the top six. General Manager Brad Treliving has been transparent about the team's post-Marner priorities. 'Mitch was a top-six forward, and we haven't replaced that hole,' Treliving said in early July. 'That's really where our focus is.' With the free-agent market offering limited options, Proteau argues that trades remain the most realistic path forward—and Kadri may be the best fit. Kadri is already familiar with Toronto's system and market pressure. Bringing him back could allow the Leafs to slot him in as the second-line center, shift John Tavares to the wing or a more sheltered third-line role, and bolster the team's depth down the middle. Cap hit and contract details align—but there's a catch Financially, the deal makes surprising sense. Rielly's cap hit is $7.5 million through 2030, while Kadri comes at $7 million annually through 2029. Proteau calls it an almost perfect cap match. 'Certainly, the money involved in a Kadri/Rielly trade is almost a perfect match,' he wrote. However, he notes the Flames might want an additional sweetener—like a second-round pick—to offset Rielly's extra year. Both players have no-trade clauses, but Proteau believes the fit is attractive enough that both sides could agree. 'A reunion with Kadri surely would be welcomed by the former Leaf,' he added. While still speculative, the trade idea highlights Toronto's urgency and potential willingness to part with a foundational piece to solve their offensive depth crisis. Also Read: NHL Trade Rumors: Devils are considering trading Dougie Hamilton in bold offseason shake-up Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Maple Leafs Urged to Start DNA Change By Trading $60 Million Veteran
Maple Leafs Urged to Start DNA Change By Trading $60 Million Veteran originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to make major changes this offseason, following another early postseason exit at the hands of the eventual champions Florida Panthers. Advertisement General manager Brad Treliving addressed the team situation after the aforementioned elimination, saying that the Maple Leafs' DNA must change. That message didn't fall on deaf ears, and a TSN panel of NHL analysts discussed one possible solution to get that change started, with Bryan Hayes and Frankie Corrado pointing to veteran defenseman Morgan Rielly as a logical trade piece if Toronto wants real change. 'That's got to be Morgan Rielly, doesn't it?' Hayes said on TSN's "OverDrive" on Monday. 'Who else is going if you're making a big, groundbreaking change?' The TSN panel believes the timing is right to use him as a trade chip to reshape the blue line. Advertisement 'This is the thing,' Frankie Corrado said. 'If you're going to upgrade on D, it's because you're making a seismic change for a true number-one guy. "You can bring in a (third or even second defensive-pair player), but if you're going to make a change on D, I think you're looking for a true (first-pair) one, whatever you think that is." Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) celebrates a goal against the Florida Panthers at Scotiabank E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images Rielly, 31, has five years left on an eight-year, $60 million deal and a full no-trade clause (NTC), so any move would require his approval. The Leafs already added Brandon Carlo via trade at the deadline after signing blueliner Chris Tanev last offseason. They have also handed out long-term deals to Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Advertisement Corrado argued they don't need more depth, but rather a top-notch defender to anchor the unit, which means Rielly may need to go. Related: Nick Kypreos' 'Best Resolution' for Mitch Marner-Maple Leafs Situation Related: Maple Leafs Urged to Replace Mitch Marner with Multiple 'Dogs' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 25, 2025, where it first appeared.
National Post
10-06-2025
- Sport
- National Post
Mitch Marner must go, John Tavares can stay, reader poll results say
Article content You can stay, John Tavares, but only under certain conditions. Article content Article content And Morgan Rielly, if you wouldn't mind considering waiving your no-move clause in the event that Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving asks you to do so. Article content The results of our off-season Leafs poll are in. Article content In having your say following another disappointing end to a Leafs season — this time against the Florida Panthers in Game 7 of the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs — you think the Leafs and Marner should go their separate ways, Tavares should be retained on a team-friendly contract and Rielly should think about forgoing the final five years on his contract. Article content Article content Change during the summer would include trying to sign impending free agents Sam Bennett and Brad Marchand, though Nikolaj Ehlers would also catch your interest when the market opens on July 1. Article content As for a couple of players who built their respective National Hockey League careers on achieving big-time success with the Chicago Blackhawks, Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane, you would take a pass. Article content We thank you for taking the time to participate. Here are the full results: Article content He brought the team back to a level of respect that was required. (20.44%, 131 votes) Great strides were made, but not enough. (31.05%, 199 votes) He was too stubborn with his allegiance to the core. (33.39%, 214 votes) Glad it's done. He had run his course. (15.12%, 97 votes) Article content Article content Article content Loved it. The team's north-south system is the way to go. (31.78%, 177 votes) Steps were made, but the same result in the playoffs was hard to take. (61.22%, 341 votes) Not much of a difference in points from Sheldon Keefe. Leafs need to get back to more offence next season. (7%, 39 votes) Article content Matt Duchene (16.85%, 91 votes) Brad Marchand (38.89%, 210 votes) Patrick Kane (6.48%, 35 votes) Nikolaj Ehlers (37.78%, 204 votes)
