A trade proposal between the Leafs and Coyotes is currently buzzing

The Toronto Maple Leafs are off to a solid start in the 2023-24 season, but if they finally want to make a deep run into the post-season, it appears they're aware they need to make a big deal.

Samsonov on the way out?

According to a recent report, there is speculation of a potential blockbuster that would send goaltender Ilya Samsonov to the Arizona Coyotes.



On the surface, this is an intriguing deal, as it would cement Joseph Woll as the Leafs full-time starter, while giving them another physical presence in Matt Dumba on the blue line.

A blockbuster deal

With limited cap room, the Leafs are limited in what they can do before the trade deadline this season, but this deal would give them a reliable backup, a physical presence on defense and would help their depth going forward.

Ultimately, it's a move that would rely on Brodie waiving his no-trade clause, but if he can do that, this is a move that would improve the Leafs overall, even if it would mean giving up a prospect and a coveted first-round draft pick.

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