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Brad Treliving Publicly Addresses Ryan Reaves' Future With the Maple Leafs

Brad Treliving Publicly Addresses Ryan Reaves' Future With the Maple Leafs

After acquiring Brandon Carlo and Scott Laughton on trade deadline day, Brad Treliving addressed the future of veteran enforcer Ryan Reaves with the Maple Leafs.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / March 8
Maple Leafs GM 'hopes' to get back recently cut forward

Maple Leafs GM 'hopes' to get back recently cut forward

Treliving acknowledged that waiving him was a difficult decision but emphasized the forward’s continued importance to the team.

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Maple Leafs showing interest in several bottom-six forwards

Maple Leafs showing interest in several bottom-six forwards

With their cap space relatively limited (though likely to grow once Ryan Reaves is off the roster either via waivers or AHL assignment), the Maple Leafs appear to be looking at some lower-cost options up front.

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NHL Waiver Wire Busy Before Trade Deadline

NHL Waiver Wire Busy Before Trade Deadline

The NHL waiver wire has been busy with the trade deadline just a day away. We saw the Nashville Predators make the most news with a pair of waiver claims.

NHL News / Habs Fanatics / March 6
Five Players Hit Waivers, Including a Surprising Name, and Two Trades Go Down

Five Players Hit Waivers, Including a Surprising Name, and Two Trades Go Down

Let's break it down step by step. First, there was movement on the NHL waiver wire, including a surprise from Toronto. You read that right. 'The Leafs free up at least $1.15 million in cap space before the trade deadline by placing Ryan Reaves on waivers.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / March 6
Maple Leafs’ Ryan Reaves among five players on pre-NHL Trade Deadline waivers

Maple Leafs’ Ryan Reaves among five players on pre-NHL Trade Deadline waivers

There was a lot of waiver wire movement on the final day before the NHL Trade Deadline. On Thursday, the Toronto Maple Leafs placed forward Ryan Reaves on waivers, as did the Carolina Hurricanes with forward Riley Stillman.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6
Maple Leafs Place Ryan Reaves on Waivers Amid Trade Moves

Maple Leafs Place Ryan Reaves on Waivers Amid Trade Moves

The Toronto Maple Leafs have placed veteran forward Ryan Reaves on waivers, according to multiple reports. While unlikely, the move opens the possibility of Reaves being claimed by another NHL team before potentially being reassigned to the AHL for salary cap relief.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / March 7
Five players waived, with a stunning decision out of Toronto

Five players waived, with a stunning decision out of Toronto

In breaking news, five players were placed on the NHL waiver wire, and three others were claimed.

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Calls Emerge for the Maple Leafs to Make Difficult Decision With Ryan Reaves

Calls Emerge for the Maple Leafs to Make Difficult Decision With Ryan Reaves

Calls to waive Ryan Reaves and send him to the minors are getting louder, as fans and analysts are looking at ways for the Leafs to acquire some cap space.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / March 4
NHL Expert Urges Maple Leafs to Waive 'Popular Figure' Before Trade Deadline

NHL Expert Urges Maple Leafs to Waive 'Popular Figure' Before Trade Deadline

Veteran enforcer Ryan Reaves' time with the Toronto Maple Leafs may be nearing a breaking point, with the forward having a diminished role ahead of the trade deadline under head coach Craig Berube.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / March 3
Maple Leafs Forward Set to Make Season Debut vs. Sharks, Replacing Ryan Reaves

Maple Leafs Forward Set to Make Season Debut vs. Sharks, Replacing Ryan Reaves

The Toronto Maple Leafs will see the season debut of a key forward after a long-awaited absence, but it leads to Ryan Reaves finding himself out of the lineup.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / February 28
Leafs' Ryan Reaves Called Upon to Square Up With Rangers' Matt Rempe

Leafs' Ryan Reaves Called Upon to Square Up With Rangers' Matt Rempe

It's been 24 days since veteran enforcer Ryan Reaves has dressed for the Toronto Maple Leafs.  Head coach Craig Berube announced that he'll be plugging Reaves back into the lineup on Friday when the Leafs take on the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden.  Reaves will take Alex Steeves' spot on the Leafs' fourth line.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 28
Anthony Stolarz projected starter vs. Rangers, Ryan Reaves replaces Alex Steeves in Leafs’ lineup

Anthony Stolarz projected starter vs. Rangers, Ryan Reaves replaces Alex Steeves in Leafs’ lineup

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz is the projected starter for Friday’s game against the New York Rangers. Sportsnet’s Luke Fox reports that Joseph Woll is under the weather, so Stolarz will start for the second consecutive game.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / February 28
Former Leafs GM Reveals Most Likely Outcome for Ryan Reaves in Toronto

Former Leafs GM Reveals Most Likely Outcome for Ryan Reaves in Toronto

A former Maple Leafs GM still sees value in Ryan Reaves and has revealed what he believes is the most likely outcome for the veteran enforcer. With speculation

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / February 24
Maple Leafs May Be Forced to Waive Ryan Reaves to Activate Injured player

Maple Leafs May Be Forced to Waive Ryan Reaves to Activate Injured player

The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking to welcome Calle Jarnkrok back to the lineup, but in order to do so, may need to waive Ryan Reaves in order to make some room.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 17
Should the Maple Leafs Get Rid of Ryan Reaves?

Should the Maple Leafs Get Rid of Ryan Reaves?

Ryan Reaves’ place on the Toronto Maple Leafs roster has become a point of contention. On one hand, there are solid arguments for keeping him. His leadership and positive influence in the locker room cannot be overlooked.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 14
Moving Ryan Reaves: who else buys into the get tougher narrative?

Moving Ryan Reaves: who else buys into the get tougher narrative?

It’s easy to see a path where some of the current Maple Leafs on the roster will be shown the door. If new players are coming in at the trade deadline

NHL News / House of Hockey / February 1
Toronto Maple Leafs make cowardly lineup move with Ryan Reaves ahead of game against Edmonton Oilers

Toronto Maple Leafs make cowardly lineup move with Ryan Reaves ahead of game against Edmonton Oilers

The Toronto Maple Leafs last played against the Oilers on November 16th, when they earned a 4-3 victory in overtime. However, that does not tell the full story of the game.

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