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Probably too soon to speculate on this but it’s the leafs so why not… it looks like the leafs are on their way to another series loss to Boston and it has been speculated that one of the “core four” would have to go if this happens again. And when you look at how fans, media and even the players themselves are reacting… it seems like Marner is the one they might kick out.

To be clear I don’t think the flames should or would be after him… don’t think that’s what the flames need or want at this point and I don’t think Conroy would be interested anyways. But I’m wondering what a Nylander trade with other teams would look like?

He’s an elite playmaker - likely one of the top 5 in the league. He plays well defensively including on the penalty kill. He has a massive cap hit ($10.9 million AAV) but he is a UFA after next season. Not sure if it’s been blown out of proportion because it’s the leafs but he has cemented a terrible reputation in the playoffs after years of poor performances.

It’s likely the leafs are not looking to retain salary since the whole idea would be to trade Marner so they can use the money on other players… either in free agency or on players acquired in the trade.

Who fits as a trade partner for Marner and what do they get back for him? I struggle to evaluate his return. Highly skilled player that is currently heavily criticized - some of which is for legitimate reasons.