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Toronto Maple Leafs Get Some Sobering News About Bowen Byram
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Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram is being used as trade bait, and the Toronto Maple Leafs have been rumoured to be a contender for the player's services.
Bowen Byram recently signed a deal with the Buffalo Sabres for two seasons at an AAV of $6.25 million.
Overall, this was a solid deal for the Sabres, although they still seem interested in trading the defenseman, as they know he doesn't want to stick around long-term.
If they are going to trade him, it is going to have to happen this summer; otherwise, teams won't budge on him.
Bowen Byram and the Toronto Maple Leafs
In a new piece from David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, it was reiterated that Byram is someone who could be on the move.
Even with a new 2-year contract under his belt, Bowen Byram remains a prime candidate for the Sabres to move at some point this off-season. It's unclear what they are looking for, at this stage, but Buffalo's desire is to add a top-six forward.
However, despite previous reports linking the Leafs to Byram, it seems like the Leafs aren't even on the list. A list that includes ten teams.
Teams Reportedly Linked:
Vancouver, Philadelphia, NY Rangers, Columbus, Calgary, Boston, Anaheim, Los Angeles, St. Louis, Vegas
Vancouver, Philadelphia, NY Rangers, Columbus, Calgary, Boston, Anaheim, Los Angeles, St. Louis, Vegas
If the Leafs wanted Byram, they would be getting rid of Morgan Rielly at the same time, which would be a controversial move.
Whether or not the Leafs ever decide to do this remains to be seen. For now, don't count on it.
General Manager Brad Treliving has a plan, but the Leafs fanbase will just have to be patient.
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JUILLET 26 | 227 ANSWERS Toronto Maple Leafs Get Some Sobering News About Bowen Byram Would Bowen Byram be a good fit for the Toronto Maple Leafs? | ||
| YES | 138 | 60.8 % |
| NO | 89 | 39.2 % |
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