SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 03: Evander Kane #9 of the San Jose Sharks is congratulated by teammates after he scored a goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first period at SAP Center on March 03, 2020 in San Jose, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
The Toronto Maple Leafs are highly unlikely to be involved in a trade for Matthew Tkachuk.
Given his age, current contract and acquisition cost, Matthew Tkachuk is not a realistic target for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
In the NHL, there are about four true power-forwards – Brad Marchand, Evander Kane, Matthew Tkachuk and his brother Brady.