Maple Leafs eye $39.3M trade for Auston Matthews’ Team USA pal

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made contact with the New York Rangers about acquiring center Vincent Trocheck, driven by Max Domi’s injury and a lack of proven depth at center. Toronto carries roughly $22.2 million in projected cap space, making Trocheck’s $5.625 million hit workable. However, Rangers GM Chris Drury is demanding a first-round pick, an NHL-ready player, and a top prospect. Trocheck’s modified no-trade clause further complicates movement. The deal is possible but far from done.