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Lightning Eye Leafs Duo Before Trade Deadline
6 Mar
Summary
- Tampa Bay is reportedly interested in two Toronto Maple Leafs players.
- Defenseman Ekman-Larsson has interest beyond this season.
- Center Laughton is seen as a potential rental due to expiring contract.
With the NHL's trading deadline fast approaching, the Tampa Bay Lightning are reportedly showing significant interest in two Toronto Maple Leafs players. Reports indicate that Tampa Bay is targeting defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson and center Nic Laughton.
Ekman-Larsson, a 34-year-old defenseman, is noted for his past Stanley Cup win with the Florida Panthers and recent Olympic participation with Sweden, where he played alongside Lightning teammate Victor Hedman. Unlike a typical rental, Ekman-Larsson is not on an expiring contract, suggesting a potential acquisition beyond the current season.
Nic Laughton, on the other hand, is on an expiring contract and is being considered a potential rental for the Lightning. He is described as a reliable bottom-six center, a position often in high demand as the season concludes. Both players were recently healthy scratches for Toronto, which could signal an increased likelihood of them being moved before the deadline.
