Friedman said that at the combine there were team executives from around the league talking to each other about Phil Kessel and the direction of his career.
He also went on to say that teams are starting to call the Toronto Maple Leafs to inquire about the cost of acquiring the five-time 30+ goal scorer.
It shouldn’t be shocking to hear – and there’s nothing to blow out of proportion. There are 27 teams other than the Toronto Maple Leafs sitting around planning their future. Everyone knows Phil Kessel could be available and the Leafs would, probably, be significantly interested in a draft day deal.