The trade would give Toronto a much-needed physical presence on their back end, with Gudas having racked up 128 penalty minutes and a +14 rating last season. However, the cost of acquiring him-a first-round pick and a promising player like Liljegren-seems too steep for many fans.
Liljegren, who was recently extended by the Leafs, has shown potential, and giving him up, along with a future first-round pick, is a high price for a player like Gudas. This potential trade has caused a stir, with many questioning whether it makes sense for the Leafs to part with such valuable assets.