Maple Leafs Consider Brayden Schenn Trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs are exploring a potential trade for Brayden Schenn of the St. Louis Blues as the NHL trade deadline approaches. Schenn, a consistent performer and Stanley Cup winner, is seen as a valuable addition to the Leafs' center depth, but acquiring him would be costly, potentially involving a first-round pick and top prospects. His contract, which has a cap hit of $6.5 million and runs through 2027-28, poses additional challenges due to the salary cap and Schenn's full no-trade clause. There is also speculation about reuniting Brayden with his brother Luke Schenn, currently with the Nashville Predators, though this would require separate trades. While Brayden Schenn has expressed a preference to stay in St. Louis, the Leafs' interest remains strong, driven by their need to bolster their lineup for a postseason run. The Schenn brothers' reunion remains uncertain as neither team has officially made Brayden available for trade.