One Of the Core Players In Toronto Might Be On Their Way Out

Team president Brendan Shanahan has expressed his desire to retain the 'core four' players: Mitch Marner, William Nylander, Auston Matthews, and John Tavares.

However, with a new general manager expected soon, the situation could shift. One trade scenario suggests sending Nylander to the Minnesota Wild for Joel Eriksson-Ek.

This trade would allow the Leafs to shake things up, bringing in Eriksson-Ek as a second-line center with a favorable contract.

For the Wild, acquiring Nylander would address their right-wing depth and provide a strong pairing with Kirill Kaprizov. The trade benefits both teams, offering financial relief and improved depth.