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Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas could be looking to screw the Toronto Maple Leafs with offer sheet

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Julien Trekker
August 25, 2024  (4:43 PM)
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Pittsburgh Penguins' President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Kyle Dubas in a press conference.
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According to a new report, Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas could be looking to undermine his former team, the Toronto Maple Leafs, with an offer sheet.

Dubas was fired as the GM of the Maple Leafs and joined the Penguins as President of Hockey Operations over a year ago. Even if the animosity between Dubas and the Leafs has likely subsided, the Penguins could be looking to send an offer sheet to Nicholas Robertson of the Maple Leafs.

Robertson, 22, is a promising prospect in Toronto who had a rough start in the NHL. After scoring 27 points in 56 games with the Leafs last season, Robertson could be on his way to a breakout season.

However, he still hasn't signed a contract for the next season.

The Restricted Free Agent openly expressed his wish to be traded to another organization. Earlier in the offseason, TSN's insider Chris Johnston stated that he wasn't interested in signing with the Maple Leafs:

With less than a month before the start of training camp, Brad Treliving must explore his options concerning Robertson. If they can't reach a deal for an extension, he'll need to trade him before someone else makes him an offer.

If the Penguins decide to proceed with the offer sheet, the Leafs would be in a tough spot, as they would need to free up cap space in order to match it.

Per NHL Trade Rumors:

"Rumors indicate the Penguins are contemplating a one-year, $2.1 million offer sheet for Robertson. This strategic move could put the Leafs in a difficult position, as they are currently pressed tightly against the NHL salary cap. Matching such an offer sheet would require significant financial maneuvering for Toronto."

Robertson's situation will be interesting to monitor in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for updates.

Source for Nicholas Robertson's statistics: NHL.com

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