Toronto Maple Leafs Closing in on Trades Ahead of NHL Draft

The Toronto Maple Leafs are closing in on trades as general manager John Chayka continues to work the phone lines to improve his roster.

What's Happening with the Trades?

The team already made a huge move last week when they acquired defenseman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning in a sign-and-trade deal.

But the team is not stopping there, as Chayka is working hard to make more deals ahead of Friday's NHL Entry Draft and next Wednesday's start of NHL free agency.

According to TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger, the Maple Leafs are "closing in" on trades, which could be related to other players.

Who Might Be Involved in the Trades?

David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period suggested that defenseman Jake McCabe and Brandon Carlo could potentially be involved in these trade talks, in addition to Morgan Rielly.

McCabe has generated interest, but he has a full no-trade clause and at this hour has not been asked to waive it.

What's Next for the Maple Leafs?

The Maple Leafs are making big changes under Chayka's leadership, including bringing in Raddysh, trading goalie Joseph Woll to the Philadelphia Flyers, and hiring Jim Hiller as the team's new head coach.

The team is also trying to convince captain Auston Matthews to sign a long-term contract extension.

The club has the No. 1 overall pick in Friday's draft, at which time they are rumored to be selecting young winger prospect Gavin McKenna with the pick.

And the team's efforts to improve the roster are expected to continue in the coming days.

The Maple Leafs' fans are eagerly waiting to see what other moves the team will make.

So the next few days will be crucial for the team's future.

The team's management is working hard to make the right decisions.

But the outcome is still uncertain.

The Maple Leafs' roster is expected to look different next season.

And the team's performance will depend on the new players.

The NHL Entry Draft is just around the corner.

The team's draft pick will be a key factor in their future success.

The Maple Leafs are looking to make a deep playoff run next season.

And they need to make the right moves to achieve that goal.

The team's fans are hoping for a successful season.

And they are waiting to see what the team will do next.

The Maple Leafs' management is under pressure to deliver.

But they are working hard to make it happen.

The team's future is looking bright.

And the fans are excited to see what's next.