D-Man Deadline Demands

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick it off with the Leafs' line combinations and the versatility that Ryan O'Reilly and Noel Acciari allow, Jake Muzzin's off-ice role with the team and Kyper's new article on the importance of getting a Muzzin replacement - even if it costs another first-round pick. NHL on Sportsnet's David Amber discusses the pressure on Dubas approaching the deadline, if Matthew Knies should be available and the Canadian-team cup drought (21:01). Later, Mike Rupp of NHL Network shares his thoughts on the Leafs' jolt after the O'Reilly trade, the Patrick Kane-Rangers rumours and if Toronto has an immediate need to shake up the D-corps before the deadline (42:29). Finally, Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin talks about his team's mindset approaching the deadline, Matt Dumba's extension status and the final push for the playoffs and perhaps division title (1:05:15).

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