Between the pipes, the blue line, and the bottom-six all need reinforcements, and Brad Treliving currently shines by his inactivity. A new option to bolster the team's bottom-six emerged from New Jersey, where the Devils placed a former first-round pick available on the trade market.
The New Jersey Devils haven't been performing up to the high expectations set for the team at the start of the season. After a breakout season last year, they failed to keep the same level this season.
Goaltender inconsistency and injuries to key players, notably Dougie Hamilton, may have sunk the Devils' season. However, it's not too late for them. The race in the Metropolitan Division is tight, and they could get back in a playoff spot if they find their rhythm.
To do so, the Devils' GM, Thomas Fitzgerald, decided to shake things up by placing a surprising player on the trade block.
Michael McLeod would be a great addition to the Leafs. Currently playing the best hockey of his career, he could bring what's missing in Toronto's bottom-six.
However, his value has never been higher. Considering the Devils' need to add a talented goalie, they could opt to trade him where a top goalie is available. Unfortunately, that's not Toronto's case.
McLeod is the kind of guy that could interest many teams, and it's not certain at all that the Leafs can even compete with other organizations in that derby, but we never know what kind of surprise Treliving has in store for us.
Do you think Treliving should target McLeod on the trade market?
As seen on Markerzone - MAJOR: Devils First-Round Pick Officially Available for Trade
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31 DECEMBRE | 666 ANSWERS Devils Michael McLeod available for Maple Leafs bottom-six role Do you think Treliving should target McLeod on the trade market? | ||
Yes | 341 | 51.2 % |
No | 325 | 48.8 % |
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