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Penguins Could Have Difficult Decision To Make With Erik Karlsson
Heading into the last year of his contract, what does the future hold for 36-year-old Erik Karlsson? Will he finish the 2026-27 season in Pittsburgh? And how about after that? The Athletic's Josh Yohe was asked what the Penguins might have in mind with the veteran blueliner, who had an excellent renaissance season after his first year in Pittsburgh went so poorly. If they aren’t having a very good season come January or February, Karlsson should almost certainly be traded, especially if he’s performing at a level remotely close to last season’s. This is a no-brainer. Karlsson was spectacular last season. Is he really coming back when his contract expires after next season? Dealing him for a significant asset or two might make more sense. One hockey podcaster and analyst recently suggested that a trade back to the Ottawa Senators, or to the Toronto Maple Leafs, could be on the horizon. But what if the Penguins are having a strong season and look like they could make some noise in the postseason? That's where the difficult decision would come in. A tough call for Penguins on Erik Karlsson is looming It doesn't seem fair to franchise icon Sidney Crosby to trade Karlsson and potentially prevent Crosby from one more chance at a nice playoff run. If that's the case, Yohe feels the Pens may just have to hold Karlsson through the end of the season and then just let him walk in free agency for nothing. He doesn't feel that re-signing him, going into his age-37 season, makes any sense. Karlsson is a three-time Norris Trophy winner as the NHL's top defenseman. Although he'll never approach that 100-point season again that he had with the San Jose Sharks in 2022-23, another 66-point year with a plus-8 rating while logging over 23 minutes of ice time, like last season, and he should still be in line for a hefty deal of some kind as a UFA next summer. It's just not very likely that it would come from Penguins GM Kyle Dubas.
Giants Open To Covering Part Of Robbie Ray’s Salary In Trade
The Giants are all but guaranteed to move the impending free agent trio of Luis Arraez, Robbie Ray and Tyler Mahle within the next four days. They’d surely flip reliever JT Brubaker if they can drum up interest.
Maple Leafs could have an old buddy team up with Auston Matthews
The Toronto Maple Leafs could see one of Auston Matthews' old buddies team up with him, as they look to configure the lineup.
Maple Leafs Host Clears Up Ridiculous Gavin McKenna Rumor
The post Maple Leafs Host Clears Up Ridiculous Gavin McKenna Rumor appeared first on NHL Trade Talk . A strange rumor went around about Gavin McKenna asking permission about his jersey number. The former player involved has cleared things up. The post Maple Leafs Host Clears Up Ridiculous Gavin McKenna Rumor appeared first on NHL Trade Talk .
Is hockey speed really about skating? The Maple Leafs' John Tavares may have shown that the fastest teams actually think faster.
Is hockey speed really about skating? The Maple Leafs' John Tavares may have shown that the fastest teams actually think faster.
Mats Sundin identified one change that could unlock Tinus Luc Koblar's offence
Mats Sundin's role with the Maple Leafs has taken a much more hands-on approach as he's giving more than just some advice from a distance.
New NHL Contracts Spark Fresh Debate About Maple Leafs’ Core
The post New NHL Contracts Spark Fresh Debate About Maple Leafs’ Core appeared first on NHL Trade Talk . Does this new wave of NHL contracts going to young guys remind anyone of the gamble the Maple Leafs took with their core four? The post New NHL Contracts Spark Fresh Debate About Maple Leafs’ Core appeared first on NHL Trade Talk .
The Maple Leafs may have already found their next fan favourite
Brandon Duhaime may not have been Toronto's top offseason addition, but former Leaf Jay Rosehill thinks his physical style could quickly make him a fan favourite.
The Wraparound: Could Nick Foligno Sway Quinn Hughes' Contract Decision?
Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Jim Parsons discuss Macklin Celebrini's five-year contract extension, whether Adam Fantilli and Simon Edvinsson will stay with their team long-term, Quinn Hughes' next contract and much more.
The Maple Leafs Might Be Making a Huge Mistake With Morgan Rielly
The Toronto Maple Leafs have been actively marketing Morgan Rielly. Shortly after being hired as the new general manager in early May, John Chayka immediately started reshaping the team to