Leafs Trade UFAs for Top-Six Center, Accelerate Rebuild

0:00You're listening to NHL News today? Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. NHL Insider Elliott Friedman says the Toronto May Beliefs might trade some unrestricted free agents to make a big move before Friday's deadline. Names like Bobby McMahon could be shopped to land a top six center such as Robert Thomas from the St. Louis Blues. This approach would mean moving assets now, even if it hurts their line up this season. Players like Scott Lafton or Max Domey might go to, clearing space for a quicker retool between the deadline and summer. Fans and analysts see this as a shift toward depth. Adding Thomas could slot him on the second line, push John Tavares to the third, and pair him with wingers like Matthew Knees, William Nylander, and Nicholas Robertson for a stronger top six. Other targets include Jordan Cairo from the Blues or Vincent Trocheck from the New York Rangers. Free agents like Blake Coleman, Braden Schinn, and Jake Dubrusk could also upgrade

1:00the wings without a huge cost. With the deadline just days away, the Leafs seem set to accelerate their rebuild. A splash deal could reshape their roster fast and set them up for next year. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. It is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds. Built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I-SoliPillo.com.