Brady Tkachuk to the Maple Leafs is a possibility according to NHL Insider

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Josh Tupper
June 2, 2024 (10:30)

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Former NHL player turned NHL Insider Nick Kypreos believes Brady Tkachuk could be traded to the Maple Leafs in a trade for Mitch Marner

If rumors circulating are true, the two NHL teams that are situated in Ontario may benefit if two of their star players want to relocate or if the teams believe that moving will alter the culture of their respective organizations.

Recently, on Kyper and Bourne, the two talked about the potential transaction in which the Senators would get Mitch Marner in exchange for Brady Tkachuk, who would go to the Maple Leafs.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne have brought up the idea of a possible Brady Tkachuk trade to the Leafs. They note how Tkachuk might be frustrated with Ottawa's lack of progress and could demand a trade if dissatisfied, forcing Ottawa to consider it. If Tkachuk is traded, Toronto might need to offer high-value assets like Mitch Marner, draft picks, or prospects.

They added while the idea of Tkachuk joining the Leafs is enticing, the feasibility of such a trade depends on several factors. The Senators' reluctance to part with their captain and the significant assets Toronto would need to offer make this trade complex. However, if Tkachuk expresses a desire to move, it could spark serious negotiations, potentially leading to one of the biggest trades in recent NHL history. Ultimately, the Senators are likely to want to keep the centerpiece of their team as they advance in the Eastern Conference standings.

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This potential transaction appears to have the potential to significantly change each franchise's trajectory. Throughout the core four era, the Maple Leafs have qualified for the playoffs each year, but they have only ever progressed to the second round, therefore they haven't accomplished anything noteworthy. Similarly, the Senators have struggled year after year since selecting Tkachuk in the draft, despite having players in place who theoretically ought to have at least advanced them to the postseason.

It should be noted that while this trade proposal is unrealistic and unlikely to materialize, there is excitement about the possibility of two significant players leaving their clubs for new beginnings and the intrigue that surrounds it.