If the Maple Leafs want to become a true Stanley Cup contender again, the solutions may be a short drive down the QEW.
The Toronto Maple Leafs still have clear holes in their lineup that are preventing them from taking the next step. While the core remains talented, this roster lacks key pieces that championship teams rely on. The good news? Those answers may already exist within the division. If the Buffalo Sabres begin to slide in the standings, new general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen could be open to making major changes.