NHL Rumors: Max Domi Named Trade Candidate For Maple Leafs

Tuesday, July 08, 2025
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi reacts during 2025 game.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are still in the market for a top-six forward, but with just under $5 million in cap space, a trade may be the only path forward. 

One name emerging as a likely cap casualty? Max Domi. Signed to a four-year, $15 million deal last offseason, Domi's $3.75 million AAV could be the piece Toronto needs to move to make room for a more impactful addition, according to insider Darren Dreger of TSN.

Domi's Fit and Future in Question

Domi recorded 33 points in 74 games last season and remains a fan favorite, but his one-dimensional game and lack of defensive impact have left many analysts questioning his long-term fit. He's still a player who can play above his contract, but isn’t a strong enough two-way presence to justify his cap hit in the bottom six. 

With three years left on his deal, a trade to a middling team seeking secondary offense could be a win-win.

Cap Clearing Could Extend Beyond Domi

Domi isn’t the only forward the Leafs may look to move. David Kämpf and Calle Järnkrok are also potential trade chips. Kämpf carries a $2.4 million AAV for two more seasons but offers little offensive upside. Järnkrok, with one year at $2.1 million, might be more attractive to a team looking to stabilize its third line. 

Moving one or more of these contracts would give Toronto added flexibility to chase a legit replacement for Mitch Marner, whom they sent to the Vegas Golden Knights in a sign-and-trade that brought back Nicolas Roy.

Eyes Still on a Top-Six Addition

Despite adding Roy and signing Mattias Maccelli, GM Brad Treliving made it clear the Maple Leafs still aim to land another top-line weapon. “Mitch was a top-six forward, and we haven’t replaced that hole,” Treliving said. 

With few appealing free agents left on the board, a trade remains the likeliest route, possibly funded by moving out Domi or another depth forward.

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