I don’t believe that Toronto will get another 100 pt player for Marner considering the narrative that sounds him including his UFA status and controversial playoffs. In this trade I would argue they are getting players who will provide probably 40-50 in Reichel, 30-40 for Kaiser, and solid D from Murphy.

Lukas had an up and down season but showed really well towards the end of the season. I still believe in his potential to be a top 6 player in the NHL, but I believe his ability to step right into the leafs lineup would be important for Toronto.

Kaiser’s case is similar to Reichel, although I think there was less pressure and expectations placed on him this year being a ~first year pro. He is the prototypical puck-moving swift-skating defenseman that the leafs seem to be lacking based on my viewing of their games.

I think in both Reichel and Kaisers cases their value in a trade like this depends greatly on what the leafs scouts think of them. For leafs fans who might not be familiar, I think Reichel be placed in a middle six role and Kaiser could probably play in a number 4 spot.

Connor Murphys inclusion may be an afterthought after what I wrote about the prospects, but he would serve as a steady presence for Toronto’s team.