Seattle Kraken Acquire Bobby McMann from Maple Leafs

0:00It's March 6th, here's your NHL news in two minutes. The Seattle Cracken just picked up Ford, Bobby McMahon from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for a 2027 second round draft pick, and a 2026 fourth round pick. The 29-year-old winger is on a one-year deal with a $1,350,000 cap hit and heads into unrestricted free. Agency this summer, unless Seattle resigns him. McMahon has been on a tear this season with 19 goals and 32 assists in 56 games, stepping up to a top-line role after building a solid track record over the past few years. He started as an undrafted free agent with Toronto, broke into the league in 2022-23, and has become known for his high energy, style. Toronto tried but couldn't agree on a new contract, reportedly around $4-5 million per year, with only $4 million in cap space, available. The Maple Leafs sits seventh in the Atlantic Division at 27 wins, 25 losses, and 11 overtime

1:02losses, so they're selling assets, ahead of the deadline to focus on draft position. Meanwhile, the Cracken had plenty of room under the cap at 22 million, and see McMahon as a gritty fit for their lineup. He's got playoff experience and could slot into their first line alongside Jordan Ebro and Maddie Beneers. Seattle holds the second wildcard spot with 67 points, chasing the Pacific Division lead, while time will tell if they lock McMahon down. Long-term to build their core. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Lay back and listen, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com