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Maple Leafs eye potential scoring boost from Ducks' Kreider

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:20 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Maple Leafs eye potential scoring boost from Ducks' Kreider

Summary

The Toronto Maple Leafs are exploring the possibility of acquiring Chris Kreider from the Anaheim Ducks amid cap challenges in Anaheim. Kreider, a veteran forward, has had back-to-back 22-goal seasons and could provide much-needed depth scoring for Toronto. The Ducks are under pressure to clear cap space after a failed contract negotiation with Cutter Gauthier, making Kreider a potential target for a low-cost deal. If the trade is feasible, it could enhance the Maple Leafs' power play. However, fitting Kreider’s $6.5 million cap hit into Toronto's budget remains a challenge, unless there is movement with other contracts.

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By the Numbers

•Kreider is entering the final year of a seven-year, $6.5 million contract.
•Toronto seeks to add scoring depth as offseason moves unfold.
•The Ducks are dealing with cap constraints after Gauthier's contract situation.
•Kreider's addition could strengthen the Maple Leafs' power play options.
•A low asking price is expected due to Anaheim's cap issues.

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