Maple Leafs Acquire Rights to Chris Tanev from Dallas for Max Ellis and Draft Picks

Jun 29, 2024, 07:36 PM

The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired the rights to defenseman Chris Tanev from the Dallas Stars. The trade involved sending forward Max Ellis and a 2026 sixth-round and seventh-round draft pick to Dallas. Tanev, a pending unrestricted free agent (UFA), is expected to negotiate with the Leafs soon. His agent, Wade Arnott, confirmed that no agreement has been reached yet, but discussions are anticipated. This move gives Toronto the option to offer Tanev a contract of up to eight years, which could help lure him from more tax-friendly markets. Tanev, originally from Toronto, is seen as a good fit for the team, especially considering his recent historic playoff performance.