Proposal emerges: Top-4 defenseman to be traded for Calle Jarnkrok

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Vince Carbonneau
August 24, 2024 (1:49 PM)

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adam larsson for calle jarnkrok: trade proposal emerges

Could the Toronto Maple Leafs land Seattle's top defenseman?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are always on the lookout for upgrades to end their Stanley Cup drought. A potential trade proposal has emerged online, suggesting that Seattle Kraken defenseman Adam Larsson could be traded to the Leafs in exchange for Calle Jarnkrok and a 4th-round pick. This move could provide a significant boost to the Leafs' blue line while giving the Kraken a solid forward and an additional draft pick.

Adam Larsson, a reliable shutdown defenseman, is the perfect fit for Toronto's defensive needs. The Leafs' offense is strong with their core four, but their defense, especially in the playoffs, has been an ongoing concern. Larsson's physicality and defensive prowess would add stability to the team's blue line.

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Adam Larsson excels at blocking shots, winning battles along the boards, and delivering punishing hits to opponents. His presence on the Leafs' blue line could be the key to balancing their high-powered offense with a more shutdown-style defense. His experience and defensive reliability are exactly what the Leafs need to take the next step.

Calle Jarnkrok, on the other hand, is a versatile forward who can play multiple positions. While valuable, his skill set overlaps with several players in the Leafs' top nine. Trading Jarnkrok now, while his value is still high, could give Toronto the opportunity to secure Larsson and address their most pressing need on defense.

Both players have similar cap hits, with Jarnkrok at $2.1 million and Larsson at $4 million per year. Though Toronto's tight salary cap situation may make it challenging to absorb Larsson's salary, a few roster adjustments-such as involving a third team or Seattle retaining some salary-could make the deal work.

The upgrade Larsson brings to Toronto's defense justifies the higher cap hit.

The Leafs could also explore trading Nick Robertson for draft picks to further free up space.

Adam Larsson, drafted 4th overall in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft by the New Jersey Devils, scored four goals and added 14 assists in 81 games last season with the Seattle Kraken. Calle Jarnkrok, selected in the second round of the 2010 NHL Draft by Detroit, recorded 21 points in 52 games with the Leafs.

This trade proposal offers a potentially game-changing solution for both teams.

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24 AOUT \| 25 ANSWERS Proposal emerges: Top-4 defenseman to be traded for Calle Jarnkrok Should the Toronto Maple Leafs trade Calle Jarnkrok for Adam Larsson?
Yes	5	20 %
No	20	80 %
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