Leafs Sell Off Pieces, Eye Reclamation Projects

0:00You're listening to NHL News today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. The NHL trade deadline is just days away and the Toronto Maple Leafs faced tough choices. They sit nine points behind the last wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference and have dropped their last three games since the Olympic break. For the first time in nine seasons, the team plans to sell off pieces rather than buy. Teams like the Vancouver Canucks and St. Louis Blues could become trade partners as they reshape their rosters. The lease I low-cost reclamation projects to add depth after moving unrestricted free agents. These pickups offer upside without breaking the bank. Fans and the organization feel the shock of this shift after years of deadline buying. Many see it as a chance to retool for next season's playoffs. The focus turns to smart, affordable moves that build for the long term. One target is Lucas Raikel from Vancouver. The young forward, nephew of former NHL player Robert Raikel has A.H.L. experience with Abbotsford after Stinson

1:01Chicago. His career high is 22 points and he could thrive in a third line role with veterans like John Tavares. Meanwhile, Alexei Torupchenko from St. Louis fits the bottom six perfectly. He helped the Blues win the Stanley Cup in 2019 and has hit around 20 points in past seasons. With just seven points this year and 44 games, he's available cheap as the Blues rebuild. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. A pillow that sounds as good as it feels. Built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com A pillow that sounds as good as it feels. Built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com.