The Maple Leafs' persistent need to strengthen their blue line is becoming increasingly concerning, and Brad Treliving's lack of action could have significant consequences for the team.
In fact, those consequences have already materialized. Their sights were set on Nikita Zadorov, but the opportunity slipped through their fingers when he joined the Vancouver Canucks a few weeks ago.
Now, Treliving faces the risk of losing yet another one of their trade targets.
Tanev Forced to Leave Game Due to Injury: A Blow to the Maple Leafs
Chris Tanev of the Flames had been repeatedly linked to the Maple Leafs by analysts and experts.
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However, Tanev may be unavailable for an extended period.
Last night, he was forced to leave the game after a big hit by Ross Colton.
The Complications Arising from Tanev's Injury for the Leafs
While the Flames have not yet provided an official update, it is reasonable to anticipate that Tanev will be sidelined for quite some time.
If Treliving had been thinking to make a trade involving him, the situation has just become much more complicated.
The timeline of the defenseman's recovery remains uncertain, and Treliving is probably anxious to hear the news. Nevertheless, if Tanev were to miss several months, there are still other potential candidates available for the Maple Leafs.
Would you like to see Tanev traded to the Maple Leafs?
As read on Maple Leafs Daily - Leafs recieve upsetting news regarding their top trade target
| POLL | ||
12 DECEMBRE | 236 ANSWERS Bad News Concerning the Maple Leafs' Top Trade Target Would you like to see Tanev traded to the Maple Leafs? | ||
| Yes | 136 | 57.6 % |
| No | 100 | 42.4 % |
| LIST OF POLLS | ||
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