<div align='center' style='padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;'><img src='https://i.marqueur.com/habsetlnh/i/photo/324901.webp' width='100%' border='0' alt='image' loading='lazy' defer /></div> On Monday, the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4 - 1. While the game had its usual set of highlights, like Andreas Athanasiou shining with two points and eight of his teammates securing a point each, notable names like Connor Bedard, Auston Matthews, and Mitch Marner had a quiet evening, failing to register any points. However, the real buzz wasn't just about the on-ice action. <h2>Spotted In The Stands</h2> David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reported the presence of a special guest in the stands - none other than St. Louis Blues General Manager, Doug Armstrong. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/TheFourthPeriod/status/1714066557620412471?s=20'> </a></blockquote></div> <q>#stlblues GM Doug Armstrong taking in tonight's Hawks/Leafs game</q> With both the Maple Leafs and the Blues currently grappling with salary cap constraints, Armstrong's presence sparked speculation. Might the Leafs and Blues be contemplating a player trade? Given Toronto's situation, where they're exceeding the cap but leveraging Long-Term Injury Reserve (LTIR) for cover, a trade with Chicago might be plausible. Alternatively, are the Blues considering relieving themselves of some financial burden by letting go of one of their pricier defensemen? <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/InsideLeafs/status/1714265168647962789?s=20'> </a></blockquote></div> <q>Doug Armstrong took in the Hawks/Leafs game last night, so it's possible that he and Tre are talking</q> <h2>Big Names On The Block</h2> Rumours have circulated suggesting St. Louis's interest in trading some players, with the spotlight predominantly on their defensemen. The names that surface frequently in these discussions are Parayko and Faulk. Brad Treliving emphasized the pressing need for a robust defenseman, especially in light of how the Blackhawks performance made them look vulnerable the other night. With all of this in mind, the stage is set for potential trades and strategic shifts in the coming days. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/leafs250/status/1714094810372722901?s=20'> </a></blockquote></div> <q>Doug Armstrong (Blues GM) was at the game tonight. Who do you think is is on the trading block for the Leafs, and who might Treliving be after?</q> <a href='https://www.hockeypatrol.com/nhl-team/toronto-maple-leafs/Trade-brewing-between-the-Leafs-and-a-western-team' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>As Read On Hockey Patrol - Trade brewing between the Leafs and a western team</a>