It’s time for another NHL rumours installment. This Friday is the NHL trade deadline, and things are starting to get busy. The goal of general managers’ manoeuvres is to strengthen their lineups in preparation for a Stanley Cup Playoff run. On the other hand, a lot of CEOs are attempting to take action to guarantee their success in the future. The Toronto Maple Leafs and Nashville Predators are the subjects of today’s NHL rumours.
All NHL rumours are based on reliable sources and could be updated at any time.Analysis: In an attempt to reclaim Ilya Lyubushkin from the Anaheim Ducks, Leafs general manager Brad Treliving has already taken some action. But the seasoned defenseman departed the New York Rangers game on Saturday night. Marek did point out that changes can still be made before the deadline on March 8.
According to Friedman, the Maple Leafs did inquire about Savard’s availability from the rival Canadiens. But the discussions ended without any resolution. Because it is spared from having to confront the seasoned blueliner, Montreal does have the upper hand. After this season ends, Savard will have another year at his current salary of $3.5 million. It’s comparable to veteran goalie Jake Allen’s circumstances. Both could be beneficial to a rival club, howeverKent Hughes, the general manager, can be particular about a trade offer. If Hughes doesn’t like an offer, he can force any suitor to come back with a better one.
If the Canadiens won’t deal Savard, Toronto might have to drop down the list and inquire about Nick Jensen and/or Mario Ferraro. The Maple Leafs aim to strengthen the one position in the lineup where there have been some doubts.
