Ottawa isn't interested in using 7OA to get rid of Murray, and they aren't interested in Muzzin

Well that goaltending tandem is one way to tank for bedard, waste of assets when miller walks though

I would do Muzzin for Murray one-for-one not giving up the 7th overall pick in the process.

Muzzins not a cap dump, Murray is one of the biggest cap dumps in the league. Ottawa will need to pay something good to unload him, Leaf’s are in same situation with Mrazek but can buy him out for only 1M which seems like the best case scenario.

If Muzzin isn't a cap dump he is about as close as you can be to a cap dump. I highly doubt any team wants Muzzin right now.

Mr. original poster serious question \. Why does Muzzin who by all accounts has wanted to be a leaf his entire life , is and has a NTC just waive it ? He paid for it with either AAV, Term or both so, whats in it for him to waive?

VAN decline.

I see it a bit similar to the McDonagh situation. There’s loads of respect, but the reality is dollars and cents plus giving someone younger/cheaper an opportunity from Leafs perspective. Of course Muzz does have the control here and is entitled to have it based on the reasons you mentioned. Some of the reasoning he would agree to waive for Ottawa in particular: not too far from TO, so still close to family, is a bit familiar with DJ Smith from some time spent together with the Leafs and IMO he has a legit role there and Ottawa could do some damage in the next couple of years. I know what I penciled in probably doesn’t happen, but felt it was a deal that could benefit all involved. Sens shed salary, gain an able d man and keep a first rounder and Toronto acquire a major dice role of a goalie, but have the 7th pick as insurance if Murray doesn’t pan out, also allows opportunity for Sandin. Who knows?! Next couple of weeks will be interesting to see how Dubas manages his crease in particular! You’re right though, Muzzin holds the cards.