The Toronto Maple Leafs are experiencing a problem on the defensive end. Their blue line has been beleaguered by a string of injuries, and it has been increasingly difficult to find replacements. Due to injuries to Conor Timmins, Timothy Liljegren, and Mark Giordano, the Leafs have brought in Ilya Lyubushkin. Regretfully, Lyubushkin was also afflicted by the injury bug, suffering a setback in his first game. The NHL trade deadline is coming up soon. Finding depth is crucial for Toronto in the hopes that they can survive any more setbacks.
Elliotte Friedman claims that the Maple Leafs have searched the entire league for defensive reinforcements and have taken a close look at a number of worthy applicants. Joel Edmundson, Nick Jensen, David Savard, Nick Seeler, Chris Tanev, Sean Walker, Noah Hanifin, Nick Jensen, and Nikita
Steep asking prices on potential trade fits provide a barrier for the Maple Leafs as they look for a longer-term fix. The team’s search for stability has led them to consider a number of possibilities due to their defensive troubles. The issue is that there is limited time left and fewer and fewer options.
The Maple Leafs have also looked into the possibilities of adding depth by acquiring a forward/center to further spice things up. The squad is aware of the holes in its lineup, but they are limited in what they can accomplish.
Nick Robertson was recently demoted by the team. However, he was promised a speedy return and his brief demotion to the AHL was justified as a roster move.
This season, the Maple Leafs have successfully maintained a strong win/loss record.
