I have heard so many opinions on the Toronto Maple Leafs and their future. Most believe the Leafs should stay the course. We are close to where we should be. Matthews is an elite goal scorer in the NHL. He proved that this season with sixty goals.
The two biggest trade chips are Nylander and Muzzin. Both players are assets that can bring cap relief for next season.
With the salary cap not going up, the Leafs have a dilemma making the money fit. The Maple Leafs have four UFA's: Ilya Lyubushkin, Jason Spezza, Colin Blackwell, and of course, the Man—goaltender Jack Campbell.
A few words on Campbell. If the Leafs fork out the money to sign him, which Campbell will we get? The early season version where he was lights out? The ugly Campbell who couldn't stop a beach ball? The Maple Leafs have to make sure they get the right Campbell or else go shopping for one in the off-season via a trade.
With Gio's signing, the Maple Leafs solidify the defence a little more. But, the question remains: do they try to trade Justin Holl? Justin brings a lot to his game, including his penalty-killing skills. There have been a lot of complaints about his defensive blunders and puck handling skills. Don't get me wrong—I have been frustrated with his play at times, but what he brings might still be enough to keep him. The Leafs have plenty of young defence, including Timothy Liljegren and Rasmus Sandin. That will be an interesting area to look at in the off-season.
Randy
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