Speculation: Chris Johnston "An atom bomb could drop"

[Rare Jewel]

Quite interesting, considering Mirtle is also saying something similar.

 

[weems]

When I hear that, the only thing that feels justified as a "atom bomb" is a Matthews trade.

 

[djdev]

When I hear that, the only thing that feels justified as a "atom bomb" is a Matthews trade.

could be willy too, but ye more than just marner and JT

 

[weems]

could be willy too, but ye more than just marner and JT

Maybe they sell high on Nylander?

Wouldn't be a popular move but his value is extremely high right now.

 

[Antropovsky]

could be willy too, but ye more than just marner and JT

If it ends up just Mitch Marner when the dust settles im gonna lose it lol

 

[djdev]

Maybe they sell high on Nylander?

Wouldn't be a popular move but his value is extremely high right now.

ye 2nd highest goals in the league this year and scores in the post season. could be a big return

 

[Antropovsky]

Maybe they sell high on Nylander?

Wouldn't be a popular move but his value is extremely high right now.

I wouldnt be upset...one of the most skilled players in the league, but compete level near the bottom of the league....actively avoided physical areas just like Marner.

 

[djdev]

If it ends up just Mitch Marner when the dust settles im gonna lose it lol

theres no way anymore that this is the case. i expect a bunch of management to be gone too.

 

[TheGreatOne11]

The nuclear option would have to be Matthews, it just sucks because you're not winning a trade being the team that trades the 69 goal scorer lol.

But it's time. He is not a winner. I think he would accept a trade at this point to an American team. I think he knows his time has run out here.

He can get all the crazy American endorsements and make all the money he wants which is obviously a high priority for him.

I wonder if nuclear means literally everybody. Matthews trade, Marner walk, Tavares walk, Nylander trade (his value is so high right now) and trade Rielly.

The teams changed. Go for it. This experiment doesn't work. I'll suffer gladly for a few years if I know we are trying something new. I hate these Leafs. They are pathetic. No heart. Unlikable team.

 

[Apex Predator]

Matthews has looked defeated all year. Would anyone be shocked if he asked behind the scenes for a trade?

 

[Apex Predator]

The nuclear option would have to be Matthews, it just sucks because you're not winning a trade being the team that trades the 69 goal scorer lol.

But it's time. He is not a winner. I think he would accept a trade at this point to an American team. I think he knows his time has run out here.

He can get all the crazy American endorsements and make all the money he wants which is obviously a high priority for him.

I wonder if nuclear means literally everybody. Matthews trade, Marner walk, Tavares walk, Nylander trade (his value is so high right now) and trade Rielly.

The teams changed. Go for it. This experiment doesn't work. I'll suffer gladly for a few years if I know we are trying something new. I hate these Leafs. They are pathetic. No heart. Unlikable team.

That’s like NHL video game level of things to do. I know if the roles were reversed with Vegas they would do that.

 

[colchar]

Quite interesting, considering Mirtle is also saying something similar.

Got links for Mirtle?

 

[Buds17]

That bomb dropping could involve anyone who's been associated with this team/organization for a long enough time now.

 

[NorthBayBattleOnion]

Not against a Matthews trade. Yeah points are points, but Huberdeau was an all-star production monster too and look how that trade has worked out for Florida and Calgary. Leafs need winners, not entitled individual trophy seekers.

 

[hamzarocks]

Matthews + Carlo for Strome + Leonard + Hutson + 2025 1st + 2026 1st?

Now that would be a blockbuster move

Trade Rielly + Woll for UPL + 1st (2026l or Byram

Than you have ample cap room to add high-end D in Ekblad/Provorov/Orlov/Gavirkov + 3 of granlund/ehlers/boesor/Donato

Team would be extremely deep and have a lot of future assets

 

[ITM]

Well...

I think it would have to be Matthews because his comments, are typically measured.

I don't think it was accidental that he threw others under the bus.

I think he knows Marner, who punctuated Matthews comment, is gone, and who knows...maybe he's looking for a place that would accommodate them both?

 

[LeafalCrusader]

Holy Hand Grenade of Antioch time!

 

[DarkKnight]

The fan base will accept a complete reset, this is the time. These guys are damaged beyond repair here, just acknowledge it and move on. We had great leadership pieces around them this year, it doesn't matter they fall apart. Everything and anything should be on the table.

It's over, I think everyone understands that now.

 

[Mugzy97]

Believe it when I see it

 

[Leaf Fans]

Holy Hand Grenade of Antioch time!

We shall say Ni again to you if you do not appease us.

 

[BraveCanadian]

An earthquake level shake up could happen in this off season. Click my links and remember to like and subscribe.

Such garbage journalism.. yeah, sure, something could always happen.. or not.

 

[Kurtz]

In the video, he's talking about the management, not the roster. Shanahan obviously but he's also saying Tre may be out too.

 

[sunstersun]

Worst time possible for a tank job without your own picks.......

 

[colchar]

Well...

I think it would have to be Matthews because his comments, are typically measured.

I don't think it was accidental that he threw others under the bus.

I think he knows Marner, who punctuated Matthews comment, is gone, and who knows...maybe he's looking for a place that would accommodate them both?

Who the hell could afford both?

 

[weems]

In the video, he's talking about the management, not the roster. Shanahan obviously but he's also saying Tre may be out too.

Thanks for clarifying.

Shanny, Tre and Berube all going to get the axe?