conFABulator
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I wonder about this too. It doesn't really seem to make sense, the timing of this.Yeah I dunno what he's thinking here. he should be excited that he finally has a strong chance to play in the top 6, and a fresh start with a new coach.
A few things...
I believe it is "rumoured" that he has asked for a trade, I don't know if it is even verified that he has. So, this could just be more Toronto amplified off-season drama and click-bait.
If he or is agent have let the Leafs know of his unhappiness, could they believe this helps him get a chance to show his stuff? I do hear more of "let's see what he can do then" and "let's give him more of chance and at least that could raise his trade value" from the fanbase, of course that's the fanbase and not management saying anything.
The thing is, he is an RFA on a cap strapped team, and he has to clear waivers. I am not sure what he can accomplish by this. He will get a QO and he will get a shot. If he performs he will get a chance, if not be js waived or traded anyway.