Toronto Maple Leafs basic supervisor John Chayka delivered a reassuring message to followers concerning the commerce hypothesis surrounding ahead Matthew Knies.
The Canadian franchise is anticipated to bear a number of adjustments this summer time, along with those who have already taken place, together with the change at basic supervisor following the dismissal of Brad Treliving and the arrival of Chayka, in addition to the firing of head coach Craig Berube.
Roster adjustments are additionally anticipated, and whereas there was important hypothesis concerning Knies’ future, all indications counsel that the ahead will stay in Toronto.
What John Chayka stated about Matthew Knies’ future
After buying Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning in trade for a fifth-round decide, Chayka spoke to the media on Friday and addressed Knies’ future.
Whereas he made it clear that he’s prepared to guage any potential commerce alternative, he additionally emphasised that he’s unlikely to commerce any member of the staff’s younger core, together with Knies, 23.
“On any sort of commerce hypothesis, I believe I used to be fairly direct on Knies in my opening press convention,” Chayka said Friday.
“The assertion nonetheless stands. In my job as GM, we’ll consider all the pieces, however that’s the job. Once more, the concept that we’re going to enhance the roster by transferring a high younger participant, I imply, something is feasible, however I assume it’s not possible. I believe it makes for good writing and curiosity for individuals, however as we take into consideration our staff and the way we will enhance, that may be a robust bar to hurdle.”
