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Bobby McMann's potential contract 'trap' after trade from Maple Leafs to Kraken
TL;DR
Bobby McMann was traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Seattle Kraken as part of a strategic move before the trade deadline. His expiring contract prompted the Leafs to acquire draft capital in return.
Key points
- Bobby McMann was traded from the Maple Leafs to the Kraken
- The trade was made to gain draft capital
- McMann is on an expiring contract
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The Toronto Maple Leafs did the logical thing at the trade deadline by sending away Bobby McMann.
On an expiring contract, he did the Leafs no good, and he got draft capital back from the Seattle Kraken.
A few months later, McMann is now heading for free agency as expected, and the NHL will have decisions to make.
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McMann broke out this season before the trade, and the league will have to decide what he might be worth.
Daily Faceoff's Matt Larkin wonders in a new article on Friday whether McMann might actually be a "trap" in free agency.
"Before the Toronto Maple Leafs traded him at the deadline, reports indicated McMann was seeking a contract in the range of five years at $5 million per," Larkin writes. "Would a deal like that represent a trap for anyone looking to sign him? He possesses a tantalizing mix of speed and size, and he buried 10 goals in 18 games after joining the Kraken, upping his total to a career-best 29. But he bloomed so late that heāll already turn 30 before signing his next deal."
Q&A
Why did the Toronto Maple Leafs trade Bobby McMann to the Kraken?
The Maple Leafs traded Bobby McMann to the Kraken to gain draft capital, as he was on an expiring contract and no longer fit into their plans.
What does Bobby McMann's expiring contract mean for his future?
Bobby McMann's expiring contract means he will be a free agent soon, which could lead to new opportunities or a potential 'trap' in contract negotiations.
What impact does the trade have on the Seattle Kraken's roster?
The addition of Bobby McMann to the Seattle Kraken's roster could provide them with depth and flexibility as they look to strengthen their team.