Because as we all know, deep down...

Other teams really want to see the Leafs end that cup drought!!

Philly says no, Joey Anderson doesn;t carry much value (if he did, he'd be playing. PHI has probably 8 forward prospects better). And the 3rd and 4th are too low and 2 years away.

No Laughton for you

And why would BUF do that deal? a UFA injured goalie, a contract (Petan isn;t an NHLer), and a low 2nd?

If some of you Toronto fans really want upgrades than pay for them.

I can’t see NSH trading Ekholm at this point unless it is a substantial offer that addresses their needs. This doesn’t do that.

We all know the best way to make a team better that is gelling together is to change 1/4 of the roster...

Laughton - has no term and is a UFA and is a third line centre. Comparable on marketing is Eric Staal. Went for 3rd and fifth. Upgraded fifth to fourth and threw in a prospect.
Ullmark - pending ufa and probably wont resign in buffalo. they can resign Andersson to a cheaper deal than Ullmark and he costs less now for the team. only making 1 million. They also get a second and fourth to help rebuild and Petan could help that **** box of a team for depth.

Upgrade dermott - worst defenceman on team with elkholm
Get a winger in granland and move hyman to the third with a better centre than engvall in Laughton and have them destroy teams.
Iafallo is just a cherry on top.

I agree that Ullmark will be traded if he is not signed before April 12th.
While I would expect more considering Buffalo is also taking Anderson, this offer is certainly within acceptable paramaters.