Recent trade proposals have suggested that the Toronto Maple Leafs could acquire star players to bolster their roster ahead of the NHL trade deadline. One such proposal involves the Maple Leafs trading star forward Mitch Marner to the Nashville Predators in a five-player deal. In exchange, Toronto would receive Filip Forsberg and Ryan O’Reilly. This trade would provide the Maple Leafs with additional scoring depth and veteran leadership. citeturn0search2
Another proposal suggests the Maple Leafs acquiring veteran forward Jason Zucker from the Buffalo Sabres. In this scenario, Toronto would send Nick Robertson and a 2027 second-round pick to Buffalo. Zucker, who has recorded 18 goals and 23 assists for 41 points this season, would add scoring depth to the Maple Leafs’ lineup. citeturn0search1
Additionally, a trade pitch has the Maple Leafs acquiring defenseman Bowen Byram from the Buffalo Sabres. In this proposed deal, Toronto would send Conor Timmins, Alex Steeves, a 2026 first-round pick, and a 2027 second-round pick to Buffalo. Byram, with a cap hit of $7.7 million, would strengthen the Maple Leafs’ defensive corps. citeturn0search3
These trade proposals reflect the Maple Leafs’ efforts to enhance their roster as the trade deadline approaches. While these deals are speculative, they highlight the team’s commitment to improving their lineup for a potential playoff run.
