Blockbuster Trade Scenario Involving William Nylander
The negotiations between William Nylander and the Maple Leafs aren't leading anywhere for now.
If the Leafs and Nylander don't reach a deal before the trade deadline, they'll likely part ways. Treliving probably won't risk losing him on the free-agent market.
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Trading him at the deadline could be good timing to get the biggest return possible.
If the GM can get a top defenseman for him, only weeks ahead of the playoffs, that could be a smart move.
Here, the St. Louis Blues would get Nylander:
"To St. Louis Blues
RW – William Nylander ($6.96 million a year, free agent next summer)
To Toronto Maple Leafs
RD –
Colton Parayko ($6.50 million a year, under contract for seven more years)
LW –
Jake Neighbours ($835k with two more seasons until restricted free agency)
1st Round Pick in 2024"
The Leafs would part ways with Nylander, who's about to get a major raise, for a solid defenseman, a prospect, and a first-round pick at the next draft.
If Brad Treliving thinks he can get more in return, he'll likely wait for a better offer. Also, he'll probably favor players with low salaries in order to save money for future free agents.
Do you think Nylander will be traded?
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6 SEPTEMBRE | 233 ANSWERS Blockbuster Trade Scenario Involving William Nylander Do you think Nylander will be traded? |
Yes | 153 | 65.7 % |
No | 80 | 34.3 % |
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