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Maple Leafs have a trade taker for Matthew Knies
TL;DR
The Toronto Maple Leafs opted not to trade Matthew Knies before the NHL deadline, but the Chicago Blackhawks are interested in acquiring him now.
Key points
- Toronto Maple Leafs did not trade Matthew Knies before deadline
- Chicago Blackhawks are interested in acquiring Knies
- Insider David Pagnotta reported the Blackhawks' interest
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The Toronto Maple Leafs chose not to trade Matthew Knies before the March NHL trading deadline.
If they want to deal the talented winger now, they probably have at least one taker.
According to insider David Pagnotta, the Chicago Blackhawks want to get Knies to their roster.
Pagnotta's report doesn't suggest a deal is imminent, but rather that Chicago could circle back to try and make a deal for Knies at some point.
The Maple Leafs feel like they have just two players who they wouldn't trade unless it was requested: Auston Matthews and William Nylander.
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Q&A
Why didn't the Maple Leafs trade Matthew Knies before the deadline?
The Maple Leafs chose not to trade Matthew Knies before the March NHL trading deadline.
Which team is interested in trading for Matthew Knies?
The Chicago Blackhawks are reportedly interested in acquiring Matthew Knies.
What does Matthew Knies bring to a team like the Blackhawks?
Matthew Knies is a talented winger, which could enhance the Blackhawks' roster significantly.