Jake Guentzel named as potential trade target for Toronto
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As Mitch Marner remains a hot topic for NHL trade discussions, Frank Seravlli has named Jake Guentzel as a potential replacement for his place with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Mitch Marner is one of the most-talked-about players in the NHL right now regarding trade deals. Following a less-than-impressive showing in the Stanley Cup playoffs, many analysts and insiders have suggested that the player may be on his way to Vegas a year before his contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs expires.
"With trade winds swirling around Mitch Marner, could Vegas pull off another blockbuster this summer??! 🎰"
Despite the number of teas showing interest in a trade deal, little is known about what is happening behind the scenes. The Toronto Maple Leafs have only shared that they are not fully committed to trading nor retaining the player for the upcoming season.
"The Leafs are not leaning on Mitch Marner right now. They have not decided 100 percent they have to trade him and or that they're going to make life uncomfortable and they're getting the list of names. None of that's what's going on."
Despite this coy behavior from Toronto, Hockey Insider Frank Seravalli remains convinced that Marner could be headed elsewhere in the next year. Seravalli also named a possible replacement: Carolina Hurricanes forward Jake Guentzel, who has the eyes of several other teams.
"The Leafs could be in the mix to sign Jake Guentzel if they can trade Mitch Marner. Other teams that could take a run at Guetzel include the Canucks, Panthers, Capitals, and Rangers."
Jake Guentzel had a solid season, posting 30 goals and 47 assists in 67 games; not a far cry from the 26 goals and 59 assists Mitch Marner made in his 69 games during the regular season. However, the players shoot from opposite sides, making this, perhaps not the best direct replacement. Whatever the outcome, we can expect both players to serve a major role in their next home in the NHL.
Source: Hockey Patrol
Jake Guentzel may be headed to the Toronto Maple Leafs if Mitch Marner is traded
Jake Guentzel may be headed to the Toronto Maple Leafs if Mitch Marner is traded
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18 JUIN | 85 ANSWERS Jake Guentzel named as potential trade target for Toronto Would Jake Guentzel be a good replacement for Mitch Marner in Toronto? | ||
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