There were reports yesterday that Lou Lamoriello was in trade talks with Vegas GM George McPhee but there were no indications that the Leafs GM was looking to save Leipsic from the expansion draft process. The Leafs used their final two forward protection spots on Matt Martin and Josh Leivo.
For the Leafs, it would mean that winger Kerby Rychel and defenceman Martin Marincin, the other two candidates likely on Vegas’ radar, will remain in the organization and potentially in the mix for roster spots with the Leafs in the Fall.
Leipsic finished one point behind Rychel for the scoring lead with the Marlies this season in 24 fewer games, tallying 51 points in 49 appearances.