Due to salary cap constraints the Toronto Maple Leafs are forced to make a trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made a significant move in the free agency and summer trade market. They began by acquiring the rights to Chris Tanev from the Dallas Stars later pulling out a 6-year contract with the veteran defenseman.

However, after acquiring more solid players, they have also accrued higher costs. The Toronto Maple Leafs are currently $1.5 million over their salary cap, leaving RFA and former Minnesota Wild forward Connor Dewar unsigned. GM Brad Treliving will have to look at releasing a player to open up his spot, with many pointing to Calle Jarnkrok, David Kampf, and Ryan Reaves.

Each of the three potential trades involves players commanding seven-figure salaries and are also unrestricted free agents. As long as one of these players moves elsewhere, re-signing Connor Dewar should proceed smoothly.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have shown their determination to bring home a Stanley Cup soon. Hopefully, they can resolve their current salary cap issues to ensure their efforts pay off.

Source: Hockey Patrol
Toronto Maple Leafs will be forced to make a trade soon due to cap constraints