In what has quickly become one of the most jaw-dropping trade rumors of the offseason, Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin has finally addressed the swirling speculation about blockbuster talks with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
And his answer? Wildly cryptic—but loud enough to fuel the fire.
Guerin Speaks: “Anything Can Happen”
Speaking with NHL Radio this morning, Guerin said:
> “I think fans are going to be shocked by what happens this summer. Nothing’s off the table. We’re not here to finish second.”
Asked specifically about ongoing talks with Toronto, Guerin smiled and responded, “Crazy things happen in this league. I’ve been called crazy before. That’s all I’ll say.”
Rumor Mill: Kaprizov? Boldy? Or Something Deeper?
Speculation has ranged from Matt Boldy being dangled in a package deal, to a multi-player, multi-draft pick deal involving Marner or even Nylander.
Insiders suggest both teams are desperate for change and may be exploring a swap of superstars to reset their rosters and cap situations.
TSN’s Frank Seravalli weighed in:
> “Toronto and Minnesota both need a spark. Guerin is fearless. If there’s a GM who will pull the trigger on a wild deal—it’s him.”
What Could a Deal Look Like?
One rumored scenario involves:
To Toronto: Matt Boldy, Filip Gustavsson, 2025 1st Round Pick
To Minnesota: Mitch Marner, prospect Topi Niemelä
Nothing is confirmed—but where there’s smoke, there’s fire.
Keep your eyes peeled. This could be the most exciting Leafs offseason in decades