Deadline tidbits from Frank Seravalli and Elliotte Friedman, lottery odds, Kyle Dubas does the media rounds, and more in the links below.
Story: William Nylander is back from a concussion and thriving again. His eye remains on the Leafs though. https://t.co/pVqarsrUZ3
— Jonas Siegel (@jonassiegel) February 16, 2016
Today's story: How the Leafs are leading the race to the NHL's basement and Auston Matthews https://t.co/1rtXjTIkNv
— James Mirtle (@mirtle) February 17, 2016
Lots of change but the Toronto Marlies went back to basics last week.
The "Week in Review" here: https://t.co/Ixj4bUZNe3— Mark R (@MarkUkLeaf) February 17, 2016
Kyle Dubas on player development, Tobias Lindberg, Frederik Gauthier [Transcript] https://t.co/gkXw1zgHQf pic.twitter.com/q5s6ZOexEX
— Alec Brownscombe (@MapleLeafsHS) February 16, 2016
Really good stuff from Dubas today on working with Lamoriello, Leafs fans and World Cup. https://t.co/nPB5ki9Kis #TMLtalk
— Greg Wyshynski (@wyshynski) February 16, 2016
Milan Michalek wants a fresh start with Leafs – when, however, is still up in the air. https://t.co/sPm57cYR9G pic.twitter.com/xDozLz5GtZ
— Toronto Sun (@TheTorontoSun) February 17, 2016
"He was a true leader and a great captain for this team." https://t.co/NFYKEY3AOv
— James Mirtle (@mirtle) February 17, 2016
From @SimmonsSteve: Anatomy of a master trader: Wheeler-dealer Cliff Fletcher https://t.co/wh0sYBc1sm pic.twitter.com/YJ7pcV5fmy
— Toronto Sun (@TheTorontoSun) February 17, 2016
End of Maple Leafs season could last forever https://t.co/wn8xOiEvuT via @torontostar
— Kevin McGran (@kevin_mcgran) February 16, 2016
7. Quote of the Week: “If Toronto acquires a right-hand shot defenceman who can make a good pass on the power play, go nuts,” one coach said. Wonder what he’s referring to?
New 30 Thoughts from @FriedgeHNIC as the Canadiens move on from a big loss in the desert. https://t.co/Obg32qlNqj pic.twitter.com/YsQZ1s4gfZ
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) February 17, 2016
NHL Rumors: Rounding Up Friedman’s Thoughts https://t.co/ImLrgWEuo0 pic.twitter.com/rzMtFaiCCi
— Mark Easson (@myNHLTradeRumor) February 17, 2016
From @frank_seravalli: Is there a trade market for Eric Staal? https://t.co/CuiX0f6WWb #TradeCentre pic.twitter.com/7MHCFQ1OVH
— TSN Hockey (@TSNHockey) February 17, 2016
TRADE BAIT: #TSNHockey's updated list of players who could be on the move https://t.co/cfy6bNd2L1 #TradeCentre pic.twitter.com/cm8rKEizi4
— TSN Hockey (@TSNHockey) February 17, 2016
#MondayMustRead: A look at every team’s needs, wants and wishes from @frank_seravalli https://t.co/95pI0eMvS3 pic.twitter.com/zph4iXfkBg
— TSN Hockey (@TSNHockey) February 15, 2016
TORONTO
Top priority: Future assets
Scoop: A staggering 14 out of the Maple Leafs’ 23 players on the current roster do not have a contract for next season, providing plenty of rental help for would-be suitors. The Leafs would like to acquire as many picks and prospects as possible for Roman Polak, P.A. Parenteau, Shawn Matthias and anyone else of value.