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Nick Kypreos Floats Unexpected Trade Chip in Maple Leafs' Offseason Plans
Nick Kypreos Floats Unexpected Trade Chip in Maple Leafs' Offseason Plans originally appeared on Athlon Sports. In the middle of ongoing speculation around Toronto Maple Leafs pending free-agent forwards Mitch Marner and John Tavares, NHL insider Nick Kypreos turned the spotlight elsewhere. Advertisement Speaking on the "Real Kyper & Bourne" podcast on Wednesday, Sportsnet's Kypreos proposed goaltender Joseph Woll as a legitimate trade chip the Maple Leafs could use to address some roster needs. Woll, 26, just wrapped up a season in which he posted 27 wins, a .909 save percentage and a 2.73 goals-against average in 42 regular-season games. The netminder is signed for two more years at a $3.67 million cap hit. 'I'll throw you another name out there that I'm not thrilled about moving, but there might be some real value — that you can collect some assets — in Joseph Woll,' Kypreos said. Kypreos' comment came as the Sportsnet's panel discussed the possibility of Toronto trading Brandon Carlo to address Toronto's center depth. Advertisement The insider used the opportunity to highlight the Maple Leafs' lack of "movable assets," arguing that Woll — despite his upside — might be the more appealing piece. "My whole point in all of this is, how many true assets do you have to go get help, even if it is a centerman?" Kypreos wondered. "What is out there that is of value that someone would want? And I look at the Leafs roster, and I'm like, 'kind of slim pickings here.'" Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Joseph Woll (60) warms Hamilton-Imagn Images Still, durability remains a concern when it comes to Woll, as injuries have interrupted multiple stretches of his career. That, on the other hand, could be enough to convince the Leafs to explore moving him while his trade value remains high. Advertisement As things stand, Toronto enters the offseason with $25.7 million in cap space but faces the possibility of losing as many as seven forwards and one defenseman to free agency if it doesn't bring back any of its pending free agents. Related: Maple Leafs Linked to Pending Free Agent Forwards from Two Canadian Teams Related: Nick Kypreos' 'Best Resolution' for Mitch Marner-Maple Leafs Situation This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Red Wings' Andrew Copp Could Be Dealt Says NHL Insider
Despite recent team reports, Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos believes the Red Wings will consider dealing forward Andrew Copp Image The Detroit Red Wings are entering an important season for the franchise as they are looking to finally insert themselves into the playoff picture for the first time in nine seasons. Advertisement This means they need to make improvements to get themselves over the hump that kept them six or so wins out of the postseason this last year. Detroit has been rumored to be talking to several big name free agents while also looking to add depth in key areas of need like goaltending. To clear cap space, Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos believes the Red Wings could deal forward Andrew Copp and retain some of his salary. The radio host has been noted to have made hot takes in the past. NHL Rumour Report (@NHLRumourReport) on X NHL Rumour Report (@NHLRumourReport) on X Nick Kypreos: The Red Wings could be open to retaining a hefty amount of Andrew Copp's cap hit for the next two years in a trade - Sportsnet Advertisement The reports seem to be counter productive as many Detroit players noted that Copp is a strong, positive influence in the locker room. He played just 56 games this season before sustaining a season-ending injury in late February in which he needed surgery to repair his left pectoral tendon. Copp and others on the team like captain Dylan Larkin noted during their end of season press conferences that they went through too many skids this past season as the Red Wings went 4-5-1 to open up the season in October, hit another snag in December when they went 5-7-2 and again fell off in March, when they went 4-10-0 before finishing the season on a hot streak. Bookmark The Hockey News Detroit Red Wings team site to stay connected to the latest news, game-day coverage, and player features. When wanting to limit something like this it's hard to imagine they would get rid of a player that is beloved by many on the team like Copp and it wouldn't disrupt the room and make things worse. Newcomer Patrick Kane even mentioned during his press conference how much he enjoyed playing with Copp as a teammate over his two years with the franchise. Advertisement Copp is a hometown kid from Ann Arbor who played at the University of Michigan, where he served as team captain in his third and final season. He was drafted by the Winnipeg Jets and early on solidified himself as a solid depth forward that had would produce 30-40 points. Copp came to the Red Wings before the 2022-23 season as a free agent and has shown to be a solid middle- to bottom-six forward that also kills penalties and is solid on the face-off dot with a 50.7 per cent winning percentage that ranks second on the team. The only problem is his contract is quite expensive for a depth forward as he makes $5.625 million per season with two more years left on his deal. This price point looks rough as of right now as he places him in the same conversation as the likes of Vincent Trocheck, Zach Hyman and Jonathan Marchessault. The trio of players all record 60-80 points or more while Copp lacks behind and this causes some to dislike his contract. Advertisement More Red Wings: From Svechnikov To Raymond: Grading Detroit's Last Ten Years Of First-Round Picks However, fans can be hopeful for the future as the cap continues to climb with a player like Copp and his skill set becoming more valuable at his current number when the cap goes up and less of the team's money is allocated to him. Additionally, the Florida Panthers just finished proving for the second straight year that every team needs role players to win and that's exactly what Copp can provide. He finds himself among the likes of Toronto's Scott Laughton and New York's Casey Cizikas, who are depth players that can make an impact but one not always felt on the scoresheet. Never miss a story by adding us to your Google News favorites.
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23-06-2025
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NHL rumors: Insider reveals which team he expects Brad Marchand to sign with
Brad Marchand proved to be the best acquisition at the NHL trade deadline, proving integral for the Florida Panthers winning the Stanley Cup. With NHL free agency around the corner, Marchand could be headed to another contender. During an appearance on Leafs Morning Take, Nick Kypreos of said that he doesn't 'know how he (Marchand) doesn't end up as a Maple Leaf' next season. Advertisement Related: Insider reveals likely cost to sign Brad Marchand Brad Marchand playoff stats (ESPN): 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists), 2 power-play points, 3 game-winning goals in 23 games Marchand dominated during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, recording his highest point total since 2019 and recording double-digit goals for only the second time in his postseason career. The 23-game performance, which included 3 game-winning goals, significantly increased his earning potential in NHL free agency. With Mitch Marner poised to depart, Toronto is looking to fill that void and it is prioritizing Stanley Cup experience. Marchand, now a two-time champion, would bring that. Toronto would also be one of the most well-positioned contenders to win a bidding war for Marchand. Related: Latest on Florida Panthers' plans with Sam Bennett, Brad Marchand Toronto Maple Leafs cap space (PuckPedia): $25.709 million Advertisement Marchand is expected to receive several multi-year contract offers this offseason, with proposals coming in north of $8 million per season. Given the Maple Leafs' historic championship drought, Marchand's playoff resume and scoring prowess could provide everything the club needs. However, a return to Florida remains on the table. Marchand suggested during the team's championship celebration that he wants to remain, but the Panthers are likely to prioritize Sam Bennett and Aaron Ekblad for new contracts. Related Headlines
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21-06-2025
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NHL Insiders Disagree on Possible Brad Marchand Offseason Destination
NHL Insiders Disagree on Possible Brad Marchand Offseason Destination originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The race for Florida Panthers veteran and pending free agent Brad Marchand is heating up, and a couple of insiders have offered two different options for who might end up landing the winger. Advertisement One of Marchand's suitors is the Toronto Maple Leafs, who have been linked to the veteran winger since the team was eliminated from contention in the second round of the playoffs. Marchand is coming off a postseason where he posted 10 goals and 20 points in 23 games, helping the Florida Panthers secure the Stanley Cup for the second season in a row. He will become an unrestricted free agent on July 1 after finishing his eight-year, $49 million contract, one he signed back in 2017 while still with the Boston Bruins. According to Nick Kypreos, appearing Friday on the "Leafs Morning Take" podcast, the Leafs are not only in the mix for the veteran winger but may already be leading the pack. Advertisement "There's no team on the planet right now that can satisfy the lost income he had probably on the last 3–4 years of his Boston Bruins deal, than the Toronto Maple Leafs," Kypreos said. He went as far as to suggest, 'I don't know how he doesn't end up as a Maple Leaf.' Florida Panthers center Brad Marchand (63) speaks to head coach Paul Maurice after winning the 2025 Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Rassol-Imagn Images But the Maple Leafs aren't alone and might face competition from an unexpected chaser. Elliotte Friedman reported on Friday's episode of the "32 Thoughts" podcast that the Utah Mammoth, the NHL's newest franchise, might be interested in Marchand too, and willing to spend. 'Maybe the magic number, like, that's 24 million," Friedman speculated on the offer the Mammoth might submit to Marchand. "Maybe he gets more than that in another structure.' Advertisement According to Daily Faceoff, Marchand is projected to sign a two-year, $5.1 million contract. That valuation would fall way short of Friedman's suggestion of a $24 million deal spread over three or four years with annual cap hits ranging from $6-to-8 million. Related: Brad Marchand's Seven-Word Comment on Maple Leafs Speculation Related: Panthers' Brad Marchand Addresses Future Immediately After Winning Stanley Cup This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
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21-06-2025
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Brad Marchand's Seven-Word Comment on Maple Leafs Speculation
Brad Marchand's Seven-Word Comment on Maple Leafs Speculation originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Florida Panthers veteran Brad Marchand isn't shutting down the Toronto Maple Leafs talk, just under two weeks from entering free agency. Advertisement Marchand is coming off a postseason where he posted 10 goals and 20 points in 23 games, helping the Panthers secure their second consecutive Stanley Cup. The veteran will become an unrestricted free agent on July 1 after completing his eight-year, $49 million contract. Marchand only needed seven words and a comment on Instagram to NHL insider Nick Kypreos' bold prediction that he'll sign with Toronto to fuel all sorts of speculation. '(Expletive) dawg… the people wanna see it?' Marchand wrote, reacting to the insider's comments about his potential signing with Toronto. That comment follows Kypreos' appearance on "Leafs Morning Take" on Friday, where he said Marchand's signing with the Maple Leafs is the only possible outcome of the veteran's free agency. Advertisement 'I don't know how he doesn't end up as a Maple Leaf,' Kypreos said. The insider argued that Marchand, underpaid on his last deal while still with the Boston Bruins, will be looking to make up for lost earnings, and no team can offer more financially or commercially than Toronto. Florida Panthers center Brad Marchand (63) hoists the Stanley Cup after winning the 2025 Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Navarro-Imagn Images Marchand's 10 goals and 20 points in 23 playoff games this spring reaffirmed his value. At 37, he remains one of the league's most clutch postseason performers, with 158 points in 180 playoff games. While the Panthers are still considered contenders to re-sign Marchand, the Leafs are considered serious players in the race, depending on how they handle their own pending free agents. Advertisement Toronto is projected to have over $25 million in cap space and has been open about its need to change its 'DNA,' as general manager Brad Treliving put it, but that cap room already has Mitch Marner's $10.9 million and John Tavares' $11 million removed from it. Related: Panthers' Brad Marchand Addresses Future Immediately After Winning Stanley Cup Related: Panthers GM Reveals Offseason Spending Plans Ahead of Free Agency This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
