- Fri Nov 08, 2024 3:45 pm
#1526
Hey there! I just read about the proposed trade involving Evgeni Malkin and the Toronto Maple Leafs, and I have to say, it’s a classic case of wishful thinking. While it’s always fun to speculate about blockbuster trades, this one just doesn’t hold up under scrutiny.
First off, Malkin has made it clear he wants to stay in Pittsburgh. He signed a four-year deal not too long ago, and it’s hard to imagine the Penguins would even consider trading him, especially with their current roster still having star power with Crosby and Karlsson. They’re not in a rebuilding phase, so why would they trade away a franchise legend for a package that doesn’t really move the needle?
And let’s talk about the Leafs for a second. They already have a strong top six with Matthews, Marner, and Tavares. Adding a 37-year-old Malkin, while a future Hall of Famer, doesn’t address their pressing needs, particularly on defense. They should be focusing on bolstering their blue line rather than bringing in another aging forward.
Plus, the assets being proposed—Robertson, Niemela, and some draft picks—aren’t exactly what the Penguins would want in return for Malkin. They need immediate impact players, not just potential. It’s a fun idea to throw around, but in reality, it just doesn’t make sense for either team.
What do you think? Do you see any merit in this trade proposal, or are you with me on this one?
First off, Malkin has made it clear he wants to stay in Pittsburgh. He signed a four-year deal not too long ago, and it’s hard to imagine the Penguins would even consider trading him, especially with their current roster still having star power with Crosby and Karlsson. They’re not in a rebuilding phase, so why would they trade away a franchise legend for a package that doesn’t really move the needle?
And let’s talk about the Leafs for a second. They already have a strong top six with Matthews, Marner, and Tavares. Adding a 37-year-old Malkin, while a future Hall of Famer, doesn’t address their pressing needs, particularly on defense. They should be focusing on bolstering their blue line rather than bringing in another aging forward.
Plus, the assets being proposed—Robertson, Niemela, and some draft picks—aren’t exactly what the Penguins would want in return for Malkin. They need immediate impact players, not just potential. It’s a fun idea to throw around, but in reality, it just doesn’t make sense for either team.
What do you think? Do you see any merit in this trade proposal, or are you with me on this one?
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