{"id":443716,"date":"2026-02-03T18:34:29","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T18:34:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/443716\/"},"modified":"2026-02-03T18:34:29","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T18:34:29","slug":"nhl-rumors-maple-leafs-goalie-trade-panarin-open-to-oilers-flyers-michkov-problem-the-hockey-writers-nhl-rumors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/443716\/","title":{"rendered":"NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs Goalie Trade, Panarin Open to Oilers, Flyers & Michkov Problem – The Hockey Writers – NHL Rumors"},"content":{"rendered":"

In today\u2019s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs are weighing difficult decisions in goal, the Edmonton Oilers are emerging as a potential landing spot for Artemi Panarin<\/a>, and the Philadelphia Flyers are working through a few narrative issues with prized star Matvei Michkov.<\/p>\n

Maple Leafs Considering All Goalie Options, Including Joseph Woll<\/p>\n

If Toronto becomes a seller,<\/a> one area the team will have to look at is its goaltending. Any past trade talk has usually been linked to Anthony Stolarz, but one analyst wonders if people are focused on the wrong netminder.<\/p>\n

TSN\u2019s Bryan Hayes said<\/a> on OverDrive that Joseph Woll<\/a> should also be on the table for the right return, describing the backstop as a solid NHL goaltender rather than a future superstar. Woll has posted a 13-7-4 record with a 2.87 goals-against average and .910 save percentage this season, and he\u2019s in the first year of a three-year, $11 million extension.<\/p>\n

\"TorontoToronto Maple Leafs goaltenders Joseph Woll and goaltender Anthony Stolarz (James Guillory-Imagn Images)<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the demand for Stolarz isn\u2019t high and if the Leafs placed Dennis Hildeby on waivers, the belief is he wouldn\u2019t clear. While Woll would command the biggest haul of Toronto\u2019s three goalies, moving him would be risky. Neither Stolarz nor Hildeby has proven capable of carrying a starter\u2019s workload over a full season. <\/p>\n

Still, Hayes insisted that Woll\u2019s name should be one the Leafs talk about moving. He explained:<\/p>\n

\u201cNo, I would put him on the table, possibly too. I mean, it would depend on what the best package is you\u2019re getting back. Because I think Woll is just a good goalie, and that\u2019s what he\u2019s going to be. A good goalie that starts maybe 40 games, and is going to have some ups and downs \u2014 and that\u2019s what he is. He\u2019s a good goalie in the league. But I don\u2019t see superstardom in his future.\u201d<\/p>\n

Oilers Surface as Artemi Panarin Rental Destination<\/p>\n

Artemi Panarin\u2019s future with the New York Rangers remains uncertain, but multiple insiders have added fuel to the rumor mill. Chris Johnston noted that teams may be hesitant to meet Panarin\u2019s demands for an extension, potentially complicating a trade. Meanwhile, Tampa Bay has been floated as a possible dark-horse suitor. Other teams remain in the mix, while some clubs are dropping out of the race because they lack the appetite to meet his rumored $50 million asking price. <\/p>\n

Related: Oilers\u2019 Best Trade Target at Each Forward Position<\/a><\/p>\n

This could lead Panarin to settle for a rental trade, which would open the door to Stanley Cup contenders who might not otherwise have been considered. <\/p>\n

Edmonton has entered the conversation. David Pagnotta shared a report during\u00a0an appearance on Oilersnation<\/a> that Panarin would be willing to waive his no-move clause to join the Oilers as a pure rental, along with Colorado and Dallas, if talks involving a contract extension fell through and his focus shifted to chasing a Stanley Cup.<\/p>\n

For Edmonton, adding Panarin to a top six already featuring Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl would instantly elevate their offense. It would create interesting questions about how they would use him, given that he likely wouldn\u2019t be on the first-unit power play. <\/p>\n

A player like Ike Howard or Matt Savoie would probably have to go back in the deal, as well as some serious salary cap in the form of another player or two. <\/p>\n

Flyers Must Reset Relationship With Matvei Michkov<\/p>\n

In Philadelphia, attention has turned to Matvei Michkov and the comments about his perceived lack of professionalism. These include reports of lateness and conditioning issues. Elliotte Friedman suggested that GM Daniel Briere may need to step in<\/a> publicly to reset the narrative.<\/p>\n

Michkov is simply too important to the Flyers\u2019 long-term plans to allow tension to linger. The belief is that both sides shouldn\u2019t sweep past issues under the rug but should openly discuss how they are prepared to move forward with a clean slate. Whether it\u2019s called \u201cDay Zero\u201d or \u201cDay One,\u201d the priority is getting Michkov back on track and finishing the season strong.<\/p>\n

As for the Flyers\u2019 deadline approach, don\u2019t expect them to be big players. Philadelphia is unlikely to chase rentals. If a player with team control becomes available, they might look at it.<\/p>\n

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