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Hawks sign none of those UFAs. Tyler Johnson already eluded to wanting to head to a contender.
While I don't see the Leafs having to pay to trade Marner, I think that they are in a tight spot. For a team like Chicago to get him, they would probably have to offer mid-tier prospects and a 2nd. Not saying that as a Hawks fan, but everyone seems to know that the Leafs will be looking to offload one or more of their big 4. That diminishes value, similar to everyone knowing Kane was leaving. The power of the NTC will play a huge factor. Hypothetically, if Marner says "I will only accept a deal to Chicago to set up Bedard", the Leafs lose leverage and may get Teply, Phillips, and a 2nd.
Just my opinion