{"id":453888,"date":"2026-02-11T01:13:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T01:13:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/453888\/"},"modified":"2026-02-11T01:13:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T01:13:14","slug":"which-of-the-3-maple-leafs-goalies-is-mostly-likely-to-go","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/453888\/","title":{"rendered":"Which of the 3 Maple Leafs Goalies Is Mostly Likely To Go?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Toronto Maple Leafs have some big decisions to make as we inch closer to the 2026 Trade Deadline. They have a handful of unrestricted free agents that could be moved if they fall out of the playoff race. On top of that, they also have three NHL-calibre goaltenders. This gives them the option to use one as trade bait to improve the roster elsewhere.<\/p>\n

The question is, which one makes the most sense to move? Would they be more comfortable parting with the young Dennis Hildeby<\/a>, or would they give up one of their two tandem goalies in Joseph Woll<\/a> or Anthony Stolarz<\/a>? Let\u2019s take a look at which goalie is the most likely to be dealt.<\/p>\n

Which Goalie Gets Dealt?<\/p>\n

In a perfect world, the Maple Leafs would keep all three goalies. But that\u2019s just not realistic long-term. Given the situation, it makes the most sense for them to move on from Stolarz<\/a>. This is a better option than moving Woll or Hildeby.<\/p>\n

The first reason is age. At 32, Stolarz recently signed an extension<\/a> that will keep him under contract until he\u2019s 36. From Toronto\u2019s perspective, it would be smarter to move on from that deal and keep the two younger goalies. That said, his contract can actually be a positive in trade talks. Any team acquiring him would be getting a goaltender who is locked in for four more seasons after this one.<\/p>\n

\"<aAnthony Stolarz Maple Leafs interview<\/p>\n

He\u2019s also shown that he can handle a starter\u2019s workload at the NHL level. One team that has reportedly shown interest is the Philadelphia Flyers. They\u2019re still looking for a true 1A option in their crease. While they have Samuel Ersson<\/a> and Dan Vladar, neither has proven to be on Stolarz\u2019s level. At this point, Stolarz stands out.<\/p>\n

Toronto, on the other hand, has a young tandem in Woll and Hildeby that proved this season they can handle pressure and deliver solid results. The Maple Leafs need to start trusting and developing their homegrown talent. They have two legitimate options there. Giving up on one of them just to keep an aging veteran doesn\u2019t make much sense. Especially when there\u2019s an opportunity to sell high on Stolarz and recoup assets.<\/p>\n

If Toronto is serious about retooling and setting themselves up for the future, this feels like the most logical path.<\/p>\n

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