Toronto Maple Leafs trade proposal involving Mitch Marner emerges

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner has become the focus of a popular trade proposal on PuckPedia's new PuckGM tool, as fans look to retool the Leafs' roster.

The trade would go something like this:

Toronto Maple Leafs receive Nikolaj Ehlers, Rutger McGroarty and a 2025 1st-round pick

Winnipeg Jets receive Mitch Marner

This straightforward swap would bring Toronto two promising players and a valuable draft pick in exchange for Marner, 29. Ehlers, 28, entering the final season of his seven-year, $42 million contract, scored 61 points in the 2023-24 season. McGroarty, the Jets' 2022 first-round pick, has yet to sign his entry-level contract but has expressed a desire to jump to the NHL, prompting the Jets to consider trading him.

The Jets are more than ready for some pretty major roster changes, and this notion is even more likely when you consider that one of their star players, Ehlers, is not interested in an extension. Ehlers is listed as the third-best player available for trade this summer, with McGroarty ranked fifth.

While a Marner trade isn't confirmed, speculation is rampant. Reports suggest that if a trade were to occur, now is the prime time. Marner, who tallied 26 goals and 59 assists in 69 games last season, is entering the final year of his six-year, $65.4 million contract.

This is simply a fantastic trade for the Leafs, not only do they get an amazing and consistent young player, they also get a very important draft pick. Alternatively, if Toronto aims to strengthen their defense, trading Marner for a defenseman remains an option.

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