Posts About "Josh Manson"
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Manson, Pesce, Borowiecki & More
September 14th, 2020 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll share the names of a number of NHL defensemen who have been rumored to be possible good fits on the Maple Leafs' blue line. Then I’ll take another look at rumors about a Frederik Andersen trade. Recent events have made me doubt such a trade would happen, but we really...
Maple Leafs Have Multiple Trade Targets on Defense
August 19th, 2020 When Toronto Maple Leafs’ general manager Kyle Dubas spoke at his end-of-season press conference, there were many notable quotes regarding the roster. He gave his thoughts on making adjustments, the core of his team and shutting down the idea of moving a major piece like Mitch Marner in a major shake-up. The Maple Leafs have...
Ducks Roundtable: Season MVP, Memorable Moments & More
July 1st, 2020 Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Anaheim Ducks' roundtable discussion. The Ducks season may be over, but we still have plenty to discuss. Fellow Ducks contributor Anthony Ciardelli and I were joined by Vancouver Canucks and prospects writer Matthew Zator and our prospect expert Josh Bell. We discussed who should be the...
NHL Rumors: Ducks, Flames, Wild, Oilers, Jets, More
April 15th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, there are questions about who the Anaheim Ducks might trade away this offseason, are the Calgary Flames looking at moving Johnny Gaudreau, what are the Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings and other Western Conference teams doing, and is Mikko Koivu ready to walk away from the Minnesota Wild? Ducks To Move...
Maple Leafs Need Projected Salary Cap Increase
March 11th, 2020 After general manager meetings wrapped up in Boca Raton last week, teams are looking forward to Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly's announcement of the projected salary cap increase which is said to be in the range of $84 million to $88.2 million. Related: Maple Leafs - Whipping Boys of the Past Decade With the current salary cap at...
Lightning: 3 Impossible Deadline Deals
February 21st, 2020 With the NHL trade deadline now just days away, the Tampa Bay Lightning already made one of the biggest trades of the season. They gave up top-prospect Nolan Foote and the Vancouver Canucks' 2020 first-round selection for Blake Coleman from the New Jersey Devils. With this trade, the Lightning gave up two key assets, meaning that likely...
Maple Leafs Have Good Options for Barrie at Trade Deadline
February 21st, 2020 In a July 1 blockbuster trade that sent Nazem Kadri, Calle Rosen, and a 2020 third-round draft pick to the Colorado Avalanche, the Toronto Maple Leafs acquired Tyson Barrie (50% salary retained) and Alexander Kerfoot. Barrie has been a polarizing player all season long. Underutilized by former coach Mike Babcock, Barrie put up...
Assessing the Maple Leafs Ahead of the Trade Deadline
February 19th, 2020 Five days ahead of the Feb. 24, 2020, NHL Trade Deadline, there has already been an abundance of trade activity. Some of the biggest pieces of trade bait have already been moved, and some of these players have fetched a larger return than what many people had anticipated. That said, there are names that still remain in play and the...
Maple Leafs and Ducks' Josh Manson Are a Match
February 15th, 2020 It’s no secret that the Toronto Maple Leafs are in the market for help on the blue line, especially on the right side. Injuries to defensemen Morgan Rielly and Cody Ceci have opened up the possibilities and trade options for general manager Kyle Dubas to find some help in strengthening his defensive unit. Like the acquisition...
Capitals Have Defensive Options at the Trade Deadline
February 8th, 2020 With some high-powered offensive players already in their arsenal, the Washington Capitals may look to add some stability on the blue line at the upcoming trade deadline on Feb. 24. There are some bright spots to the Capitals’ defensive core, as John Carlson is leading the team in points and is well on his way to winning the Norris...
Rakell's Goal, Assist Lead Ducks Over Predators 4-2
January 16th, 2020 NASHVILLE — Rickard Rakell had a goal and an assist, John Gibson made 33 saves and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Nashville Predators 4-2 Thursday night. Josh Manson, Adam Henrique and Derek Grant also scored for Anaheim, which snapped a four-game losing s...
Anaheim Ducks Offseason Primer: The Defense
August 17th, 2019 With training camp on the horizon, it's time to take stock of who will be lining up on the blueline for the Anaheim Ducks in 2019-20. And since the team was very inactive this offseason, it's pretty much the same group that finished last season! Let's take a look. The Core Trio: Fowler, Lindholm, and Manson You could do worse than...
Potential Trade Targets for the Maple Leafs’ Lacklustre Defence
May 18th, 2019 Defence has been the bane of the Toronto Maple Leafs since day one of their rebuild. Four seasons later, and now legitimate Stanley Cup contenders, their defensive struggles persist. After finishing 20th in goals against (3.04 per game) and 24th in shots against (33.1 per game), the Maple Leafs allowed 23 goals in seven games against...
