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Will Bloggs
August 9, 2024  (11:18)
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Trade for Mitch Marner
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Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner has become a focal point in trade discussions, with one intriguing proposal involving the Detroit Red Wings.

Mitch Marner, entering the final year of his six-year, $65.4 million contract, has been linked to various trade rumors due to the Maple Leafs' ongoing playoff struggles.
A recent trade suggestion from PuckPedia's PuckGM tool would see Marner join the Red Wings in a blockbuster deal.
The proposed trade would send Marner to Detroit in exchange for:
- Lucas Raymond: The 22-year-old forward, drafted fourth overall by the Red Wings in 2020, is currently an RFA.
- Jonatan Berggren: A 24-year-old forward who could serve as a bottom-six player for the Maple Leafs.
- William Wallinder: A defenseman selected in the second round of the 2020 NHL Draft, projected as a second or third-pairing NHL defenseman.
- 2025 Second-Round Pick: To complete the package.
For Detroit, acquiring Marner could bolster their young core and provide a significant boost as they aim for a playoff berth. However, for the trade to make sense for the Red Wings, they would likely need Marner to agree to an extension, ensuring he remains with the team long-term.
On the other hand, the Maple Leafs would benefit from adding young talent and future assets. Raymond, despite being unsigned, had a standout season last year with 31 goals and 41 assists. Berggren and Wallinder add depth and potential to the Leafs' roster.
Marner has expressed a strong desire to stay in Toronto, reflecting his attachment to his hometown team. He recorded 26 goals and 59 assists last season, demonstrating his continued high level of play.

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