This weekend saw the Toronto Maple Leafs engage in several trade deals as they prepare for the commencement of the new NHL season.
Firstly, the Toronto Maple Leafs secured the services of Zach Bogosian, who won the 2020 Stanley Cup with Tampa Bay Lightning. Recently being made an unrestricted free agent, the 30-year-old defenseman signed a one-year contract with the Leafs worth $1 million.
Having played for both the Lightning and the Buffalo Sabers last season, Bogosian scored seven points (one goal, six assists) in 27 games. This included four points in 20 post-season games as he helped the Lightning in their quest for Stanley Cup victory.
The other major trade that caused some media buzz was the Leafs’ decision to part ways with forward Andreas Johnsson, who was traded to the New Jersey Devils on Saturday. In exchange, the Leafs received restricted free agent Joey Anderson.
“Andreas is a hardworking, competitive forward who can slot up and down the lineup,” New Jersey Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald declared. “The overall versatility of his game will be a great complement to our centremen, with his skating, quickness, and scoring touch.”
