Fansided · Aug 6, 2023
Toronto Maple Leafs Miss Out: Erik Karlsson Traded to Pittsburgh
The Toronto Maple Leafs appear to have missed out on Erik Karlsson, as recent rumours suggest he has been traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Former Toronto Maple Leafs GM Kyle Dubas has landed the NHL’s biggest fish, and it’s a shame that he has done it for Pittsburgh and not Toronto.
Karlsson is a perfect fit for the Penguins – they are a team full of hall of fame superstars hoping for one last glorious run.
Karlsson makes $11 million dollars and is an injury risk, but when he plays he’s the best defenseman in the NHL and is coming off a season in which he won his minutes playing on what would otherwise be the NHL’s worst team.
Oh, and he scored 101 points and led the NHL in 5v5 scoring.