Maple Leafs acquire Darren Raddysh from Lightning ahead of free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:49 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs traded for defenseman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning on June 19, 2026. Toronto acquired Raddysh for a fifth-round pick as he was set to enter free agency. Raddysh, who recorded 70 points last season, has signed an eight-year contract with the Maple Leafs. This trade addresses Toronto's defensive needs following a notable performance by Raddysh, who previously reached a career-high of 37 points. Tampa Bay opted to move Raddysh before losing him without compensation in free agency.
- •Toronto Maple Leafs acquire Darren Raddysh from Tampa Bay Lightning.
- •Raddysh recorded 70 points in the previous season.
- •Maple Leafs gave up a fifth-round pick for Raddysh's rights.
- •Raddysh signed an eight-year contract with Toronto.
- •Lightning expect to trade Morgan Rielly as a consequence of this move.
- 1:49 PMYahoo Sports — Darren Raddysh trade grades: Maple Leafs fill massive need, Lightning surprise with unexpected move
"This isn't a deal many people saw coming.
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