The Toronto Maple Leafs, who need to improve their goaltending situation, will be pleased with this plan. It prompted The Athletic's Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle to put together a list of 16 goalies who would be a good fit for Toronto in the coming seasons.
We all remember how vocal Foley was in advocating for Fleury's retention during the offseason, and how he expressed his desire for the veteran goalkeeper to finish his career in Vegas. However, trade rumours have grown louder in recent days, as a Fleury trade would allow the Golden Knights to gain some salary-cap flexibility. According to Cap Friendly, Vegas has spent $75.4 million on 18 players, with $12 million on goaltending. Fleury's annual average value is $7 million, but with a year left on his contract and a Vezina Trophy win under his belt, he might be easier to move. He and Lehner, 29, were also awarded the Jennings Trophy for allowing the fewest goals against.
But Siegel and Mirtle write this: «He and Campbell stand to be a pretty, pretty good combo next season, after which the Leafs could sort out their future in goal.
«Big questions. But definitely an intriguing option for the Leafs, who would benefit from someone with Fleury's ability and experience, even if it was only for one season.»
