Let me begin by saying that I really like Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nick Robertson. Since being promoted from the Marlies on November 6, Robertson has put up 5 points in 8 games (hockeydb.com), and played like he belongs in the NHL.
The fact that he has long been touted as a solid prospect and is finally showing some of that potential makes it the perfect time to trade him. The Toronto Maple Leafs need plenty of help on the blueline and have a limited pool of trade assets. But why give up a player that the organization has patiently nurtured for the last three years?