hsedin33 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 TO continuing the firesalehttp://www.thescore.com/nhl/news/706125 Report: Maple Leafs planning to trade Lupul prior to deadline by Ian McLaren Feb 23, 12:01 PM In the game of rebuilding, you're either kept or you're traded. That appears to be the case in Toronto, as the Maple Leafs - who have already begun the selling process - appear intent on jettisoning more players in advance of the March 2 trade deadline. The next player to be dealt could be Joffrey Lupul, who's reportedly being shopped. The club hopes to move him in the next week, according to Andrew Walker of Sportsnet 590 The Fan. Lupul, 31, has proven to be an effective forward when on the ice, but has rarely been able to stay healthy, hitting a high of 66 appearances for the Maple Leafs since the 2010-11 season. He also remains under contract for three more seasons at a cap hit of $5.25 million (via NHL Numbers). Those two factors clearly make him a more attractive sell than a buy. Over the course of his career, however, he's averaged 25 goals and 52 points for every 82 games, meaning he has the ability to boost any team's offense. He has a limited no-trade clause, but almost half the league remains eligible to inquire about his services, reports TVA's Renaud Lavoie. Whether a club is willing to take on the injury risk and the contract is yet to be determined, regardless of Toronto's best-laid plans. Renaud Lavoie @renlavoietva Follow Joffrey Lupul modified no-trade clause include 14 teams where the Maple Leafs can trade him. #tvasports Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstewboy Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Couple of B level prospects and a 2016 1st. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck Surfer Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Florida with JJ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zuongo Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I wouldn't mind him. Rather take him than kessel ha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonny_Bohonos_14 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Would be a good pick-up when healthy, but that's the issue with Lupul. 34-69-16(lockout shortened season)-66-54 are his game totals going back to the 2010-11 season. That said, if we could get him cheap enough, I'd definitely take the risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuxfanabroad Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Take back 2 pieces. One is an underperforming dog of a contract(3~4 mill), + an accompanying prospect of quality, due to accepting both pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoosh Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 No surprise there. Start from scratch, please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shinkaruk_9 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Lupul isn't worth more than a 2nd + cap dump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odd. Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I hope Benning doesn't even consider acquiring anyone from Toronto, unless its JVR, or Rielly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Money Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Guy has missed 27 games already this year. In the four games since coming back from his last injury, he's got zero points. Not a lot of value there. Maybe to a team that has trouble attracting free agents...but most of those are probably on his no-trade list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senpai Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Guy has missed 27 games already this year. In the four games since coming back from his last injury, he's got zero points. Not a lot of value there. Maybe to a team that has trouble attracting free agents...but most of those are probably on his no-trade list. Meh, honestly, I hate the Leafs but, when healthy (which is like never which is the problem), he's a very good 2nd liner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baer. Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 If he wasn't damaged goods I'd be interested. He just can't seen to stay healthy, which is unfortunate since he's a decent top 6 winger we could use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBackup Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I hope Benning doesn't even consider acquiring anyone from Toronto, unless its JVR, or Rielly. Unfortunately those are the only two that are unlikely to be moved. Not to mention getting Rielly would cost 3 arms and a leg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lintanen Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I would love to see him in a Canucks uniform! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billabong Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Lupul is a good player just his injury woes are gonna be scary for a lot of teams Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeremyCuddles Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 If he can't stay healthy in Toronto what are his chances in Vancouver? We usually have one of the toughest Schedules in the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 TRADE ALL THE LEAFS!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70seven Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Ha. Ek now pushing Canucks with interest in Kadri.... Higgins to (?) for a 2nd, then Vey, Jensen, 2nd for Kadri, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mackcanuck Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Ha. Ek now pushing Canucks with interest in Kadri.... Higgins to (?) for a 2nd, then Vey, Jensen, 2nd for Kadri, Yes and yes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiggs50 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Injury prone. No thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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