Maple Leafs reportedly eyeing Avalanche first-rounder in massive deal
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The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly exploring a major trade that would bring former Colorado Avalanche first-round defenseman Bowen Byram to Toronto, signalling a potential blockbuster move.
Although the Buffalo Sabres locked up Byram to a two-year contract extension this offseason, the Sabres are still open to shopping the talented defenseman.
Latest trade proposal has the Maple Leafs landing Bowen Byram.
Charlie McAfee from Hockey Patrol writes that talks of a potential trade involving the Maple Leafs is heating up. Rumours are swirling about moves for a top-six forward or a key offensive defenseman, and speculation is running rampant.
"A new trade proposal from Heavy.com's Caleb Kerney has the Maple Leafs acquiring Buffalo Sabres star defenseman Bowen Byram for a package headlined by Brandon Carlo." -McAfee
Kerney reports the Maple Leafs are offering Brandon Carlo, Nick Robertson, and Calle Jarnkrok to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Byram.
He breaks down his reasoning behind the trade and outlines how it might unfold.
"This proposal would be a massive deal for both clubs. Byram is the young, puck-moving defender that the team desires. Brandon Carlo immediately fills in on the Buffalo Sabres' top pairing with Rasmus Dahlin. The Sabres also receive two forwards who can play in their middle-six." -McAfee
The Maple leafs are in dire need of a true puck-moving defenseman, and adding a young talent like Byram to an aging blue line would be a major win for GM Brad Treliving.
Losing Carlo is a setback, as Rielly needs a reliable defensive partner, but it could result in Rielly being paired with Chris Tanev to cover for any lapses, while Byram and McCabe take on the top-pairing responsibilities.
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