Nikita Zadorov Refuses Trade to Canadian Rival
On Friday night, the Calgary Flames suffered another tough loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, and then received the shocking news that Nikita Zadorov has formally requested a trade.
Zadorov Asks to Be Traded out of Calgary Ahead of Free Agency
The Flames have reportedly been considering to trade him for a while, but his public demand brought a new light on the matter.
He was linked to the Maple Leafs, who desperatly need to bolster their blue line.
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With Nikita Zadorov looking to be traded out of Calgary, word is the pending UFA defenceman would welcome a move to Toronto.
However, since this news broke, the New Jersey Devils and Vancouver Canucks have also emerged as serious contenders, indicating the possibility of a competitive bidding war, even with the trade deadline months away.
Zadorov Not Interested in a Move to Winnipeg
One thing is now clear: the veteran defenseman has no interest in being traded to the Winnipeg Jets. It appears he is seeking a larger market that offers a genuine chance to compete for the Stanley Cup.
Word out of Calgary is that Nikita Zadorov does not have much interest in Winnipeg.
@TheHockeyNews has learned Toronto would be the Canadian city of choice.
The 28-year-old is in the final season of his two-year contract, carrying a $3.75 million cap hit.
"He likes the beach."
@TheHockeyNews has learned Toronto would be the Canadian city of choice.
The 28-year-old is in the final season of his two-year contract, carrying a $3.75 million cap hit.
"He likes the beach."
Zadorov doesn't really have a say in his next destination. He doesn't have a No-Trade-Clause, meaning his GM can send him wherever he wants.
Where do you think he'll end up?
As seen on Puck Reporter - Zadorov Declines Trade To Canadian Team
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NOVEMBRE 12 | 28 ANSWERS Nikita Zadorov Refuses Trade to Canadian Rival Where do you think Zadorov will end up? | ||
| Toronto | 16 | 57.1 % |
| Vancouver | 7 | 25 % |
| Florida | 2 | 7.1 % |
| New Jersey | 3 | 10.7 % |
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