"Signed through the 2029-30 season with a $3.5 million cap hit, Mayfield is a big, right shot defender who kills penalties, blocks shots and is physical. Just the type of defenceman teams seek out at the trade deadline. But he's not a rental, which could potentially complicate things.
Would the Islanders have to eat any money to make the deal work? Possibly, but considering the incoming cap spike, $3.5 million won't be so challenging to manage as Mayfield ages into his mid-30s.
There is the consideration that he has a no-trade clause, so it would require him to sign off on a move, but if Lou Lamoriello wants to move Mayfield, there will be a market. The Maple Leafs would love to get this player."