The Toronto Maple Leafs have a big decision to make on the future of now center William Nylander, and it appears that they may be looking to make that move before the 2023-24 season begins.
Teams circling
According to a recent report from Eklund of Hockey Buzz, there are four finalists circling the Maple Leafs while looking to land the 27-year old veteran, even if the asking price is very steep.
That report reiterates that the Wild, Islanders, Devils and Avalanche have been the four teams with the most interest in him all summer long, and while a new team has emerged, it appears those four will be in the bidding war as well.
The 4 teams who have most shown interest in the past. Minnesota, Colorado, NY Islanders, New Jersey.. the new team may be Chicago
The return is the problem. The Leafs want more than anyone wants to payfor certain.
Under the radar
In recent weeks, most of the buzz around the situation has been about the Leafs extending their home grown star, but now, it appears as though they've been looking to make a trade while keeping their intentions under the radar.
4 Teams, all of whom have at one point or another discussed possible trade ideas with Toronto surrounding William Nylander. and one other who just inquired in the last 72 hours.»
The California source added»-Toronto did a fine job at staying under the radar temporarily but the word is out that they want very much to move Willyideally by the opener.
It's not yet been made clear what's happening in the situation, as it appears Toronto are firmly attached to a third line of Max Domi-Nylander-Robertson/Jarnkrok, but if someone steps up to the plate and meets their asking price, it appears a shocking deal could be made soon.