Toronto Maple Leafs eye trade targets and roster additions ahead of 2027 deadline

The Toronto Maple Leafs have overhauled their roster this offseason and are positioning themselves for a playoff push in the 2026‑27 season. Management is expected to be active at the 2027 trade deadline, looking to add depth and scoring. Analysts highlight three former first‑round picks as potential acquisitions: winger Jake DeBrusk of the Vancouver Canucks, who posted 23 goals and 42 points last season and carries a $5.5 million cap hit through 2030‑31; centre Morgan Frost from the Calgary Flames, who recorded 22 goals and 43 points and is entering the final year of his contract; and highly touted centre Shane Wright of the Seattle Kraken, a former fourth‑overall pick who could become a long‑term top‑six forward if acquired.

In addition to trade speculation, the Leafs are monitoring former prospect Semyon Der‑Arguchintsev, who has been playing in the KHL and is reportedly seeking an NHL return. His agent says discussions with Toronto are ongoing, but the depth added this summer—players such as Nick Paul, Jack Roslovic, Colton Sissons, Teddy Blueger and Brandon Duhaime—may limit roster space for another bottom‑six forward.