Toronto Maple Leafs
· 2026-06-30
The Toronto Maple Leafs may still trade Morgan Rielly, despite general manager John Chayka's comments suggesting otherwise, as the team looks to reshape their blueline with a 32-36 record and on a L7 streak.
John Chayka said he does not anticipate Morgan Rielly being moved, but hockey insider Chris Johnston believes it's premature to take him off the trade bait list.
The Toronto Maple Leafs are 15th in the Eastern Conference, with a 32-36 record, and are looking to make changes to their roster.
Morgan Rielly has spent 13 years with the Toronto Maple Leafs, playing in 951 regular-season games, and is third in games played and second in points among franchise defensemen.
He was a key part of the team's nine consecutive Stanley Cup Playoffs appearances between 2016-17 and 2024-25.
The Toronto Maple Leafs will need to get a substantial offer to part with Morgan Rielly, who has a full no-movement clause and is signed through 2030.
Chris Johnston believes the team will continue to listen to offers for Rielly, and a trade is still possible, especially with the offseason still in its early phases.
The acquisition of Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning may also impact Rielly's future with the team.
Morgan Rielly has provided the Toronto Maple Leafs with a Western Conference-heavy trade list, which includes the Anaheim Ducks and San Jose Sharks.
The team's new head coach, Jim Hiller, has praised Rielly, but it's John Chayka's job to manage the team and make decisions about the roster.
As the Toronto Maple Leafs look to improve their standing, they will consider all options, including trading Morgan Rielly.
The team's current record and standing, 15th in the Eastern Conference with a 32-36 record, may also impact their decision-making.