Overview
- Maccelli was identified by Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman as a player to monitor for a potential move as Toronto evaluates roster options.
- He has not appeared since Nov. 28 and was passed over for a recent lineup spot in favor of Nick Robertson despite a short-term opening.
- Toronto acquired Maccelli from Utah for a conditional third-round pick that upgrades to a second if the Leafs make the playoffs or he reaches 51 points.
- With four goals and five assists in 22 games, reaching the 51-point threshold now appears unlikely based on current production.
- Berube said Maccelli wants to play but must be better after a struggled outing in Washington, and reporting suggests any trade return could be limited, with some outlets floating a speculative 1-for-1 swap for the Islanders’ Maxim Tsyplakov.