McDavid to Maple Leafs? Trade Speculation Heats Up

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NHL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. Speculation is heating up about a blockbuster NHL trade that could send Edmonton Oiler star Conor McDavid to the Toronto May Beliefs. Insiders point to Toronto Ford, Matthew Knees, as a key piece that might head the other way. While nothing is brewing right now, the piece is seen to line up if Edmonton sees and keeps struggling. Knees is not on the trade block, according to recent reports from NHL Insiders. During the deadline, teams just floated what if questions about the young forward. He lacks no trade protection and brings high value as a top prospect, making him attempting asset for a big deal down the road. McDavid signed a team-friendly two-year extension last fall, but it's not a lock-in through the 2027-28 season. Sources say he gave Edmonton this year, and next, to Chase a Stanley Cup. And he'll decide his future in summer 2027. Toronto, in his home province, tops his dream list if things go south.

1:01From Edmonton's side, trading their best player would hurt no matter what, but they could rebuild with young talent like Knees, who has a long-term, affordable deal. Toronto has more to offer, including prospects and draft picks, to sweeten the pot and keep the Oiler's competitive. This stays pure talk for now, tied to Edmonton's playoff run and offseason moves. Both teams face tough seasons, so fans should watch these names closely as the drama builds. Special thanks to our sponsor for supporting this episode. It is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds, built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.