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Respected Maple Leafs Reporter Reveals Nick Robertson is Being Traded Sooner Than You Think
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Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nick Robertson has been wrapped up in trade rumors for months at this point; however, the team has yet to actually pull the trigger.
Ever since last Summer, there have been trade rumors involving Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nick Robertson. Overall, these trade rumors have stemmed from multiple contract disputes.
Even a few months ago, the Leafs and Robertson were at a standstill. Eventually, a one-year deal was signed through arbitration, and the forward got a pay raise.
Unfortunately for him, the Toronto Maple Leafs have an abundance of players on the roster right now. As a result, there are some who feel like the forward's time in Toronto is over.
James Mirtle calls for Nick Robertson trade
One of those reporters is none other than James Mirtle of The Athletic. Mirtle has been all over the Robertson story, and in his view, the Leafs are looking to move on, and fast.
During an appearance on the Leaf Report Podcast, Mirtle claimed that it is likely Robertson is off the team by November. If a trade doesn't take place, Mirtle would be shocked.
I'd be really surprised if Nick Robertson's still on the team by November
Robertson has been having himself a tremendous training camp so far, as he had two goals in the white vs. blue scrimmage. Furthermore, he scored on Sunday in the Leafs' first preseason game.
The forward will be relegated to the bottom six, although if he plays his cards right, he may get the opportunity of a lifetime.
In the past, Robertson has always shone in training camp, only to taper off when the season starts. If he can keep the momentum up, this may just be his breakout season.
If Mirtle's prediction does come true, one has to wonder what the Maple Leafs will end up getting in return.
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