Jakob Chychrun is not the guy for the Toronto Maple Leafs and here's why
Jakob Chychrun has yet to play a game this season and is still one of the most sought-after defensemen on the NHL's trade market. Why? Because he can play both sides, is 24 years-old and is signed for two more seasons after this for a reasonable $4.6M per year. He has asked for a trade out of Arizona, but until he sees game action, the Coyotes will likely be unable to move him.
With the news of Jake Muzzin injured for what is likely the remainder of the season, many will want the Leafs and Kyle Dubas to go after the young blueliner. However, it is not a good idea at all. The Leafs have no need for an injury-prone defenseman and spending what little trade capital they have to acquire another would be a mistake.
Another reason to avoid a Chychrun trade is that since he scored the game-winner in overtime against the Leafs last March, as Cam Charron points out, he has played a grand total of 5 minutes and 51 seconds and currently there is no timetable for his return.
With Timothy Liljegren, Rasmus Sandin and Morgan Rielly already more than capable of providing offense from the blueline, the Leafs don't need a fourth offensive defenseman. They need a steady, stay-at-home blueliner to help with controlled exits and defend in their own zone.
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NOVEMBRE 14 | 303 ANSWERS Jakob Chychrun is not the guy for the Toronto Maple Leafs and here's why How would you feel if the Leafs went out and acquired Jakob Chychrun? | ||
| I'd love it | 67 | 22.1 % |
| I'd hate it | 49 | 16.2 % |
| Depends on what they gave up for him | 187 | 61.7 % |
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