Insider reveals what the Maple Leafs nearly traded Matthew Knies for

Fansided | March 12, 2026

NHL insider, David Pagnotta, reveals what the return package in a trade involving Matthew Knies would've been like, should the Toronto Maple Leafs have traded him.

Feb 25, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies (23) handles the puck against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images | Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

The NHL trade deadline is now way back in the rearview mirror and saw most of the Toronto Maple Leafs' players stayed put, despite rumours of being moved.