New trade proposal sends Nazem Kadri back to the Toronto Maple Leafs

Calgary Flames forward Nazem Kadri has been at the center of trade speculation as the team undergoes a rebuild, raising the possibility of his return to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Are the Leafs finished making moves for the summer? With August approaching, it seems unlikely that a trade involving Mitch Marner is in the cards. However, it's unclear if Brad Treliving is completely content with the current roster.

The Leafs could benefit from adding another prominent player, potentially one with whom they're already familiar. Could Nazem Kadri be a fit? Let's examine the proposed trade:

This trade seems somewhat favorable to the Leafs. They would acquire Kadri for four more seasons at a $3.5 million cap hit, which could alleviate concerns about his age.

In return, the Flames would get a depth forward in David Kampf, a B-level prospect in Nick Robertson, a second-round pick, and effectively a cap dump in Ryan Reaves. Whether this package would be enough to convince the Flames to trade Kadri remains uncertain.

Adding complexity to this deal is Kadri's full no-trade clause for the next two seasons. He would need to waive it for the trade to proceed. As he mentioned in his exit interview, he enjoys playing in Calgary, adding another layer of difficulty to the negotiation.

The trade speculation is based on the assumption that Kadri might seek a change of scenery if the Flames are not competitive. By the trade deadline, Kadri could potentially request a move to a more promising situation, especially if Calgary is not making a playoff push.

Could this trade happen? It's possible, but given the nature of the NHL, it remains uncertain.

Source: Hockey Patrol
Nazem Kadri linked back to Maple Leafs in new trade proposal

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