Most believe Tavares has an untradeable contract at this point, even though his regular-season production has been good. Marner is the best option to get that guy. One of them must go to get someone like that or even an excellent No. Matthews, Marner and Nylander don’t do that. The Leafs need a top player who can force his will on opponents. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Yes, he can disappear for long stretches, but he’s come through when it counts more than his teammates and has shown a lot more passion and calmness than most of them. Similar things can be said about William Nylander, who isn’t in the same price or talent range, but has consistently outperformed the other Leafs in the playoffs. But it’s nearly impossible to find a player of his class.Īll you do with Matthews is get him to sign an extension as quickly as possible. He had a rough post-season and a down year (injuries played a role) and looks far less dangerous in the playoffs, when the going gets rough and penalties mostly stop being called. He’s won most of the league’s major trophies already and might be the best pure goal-scorer around. He’s arguably the most talented Leaf to take the ice. Standing pat should not be an option.Īuston Matthews can’t be moved, though. We never thought Leonard would become a Raptor. They probably can’t land a difference-maker like Leonard or Tkachuk, but you never know. Manage Print Subscription / Tax Receipt.
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