Not only are the Toronto Maple Leafs involved in talks with the Senators about Murray, it’s believed the Edmonton Oilers may be studying the option along with the Arizona Coyotes and a couple of other teams.
While Murray turned down a trade that was done to the Buffalo Sabres Wednesday night, that doesn’t guarantee he’ll be back at training camp in September. Dorion is trying to get creative to clear up the crowded crease with Anton Forsberg and Filip Gustavsson under contract.Article content
“In the end, it’s a business and that’s the situation we’re in. It’s not like Matt doesn’t know it. He’s aware and we’re aware. Eventually if there’s a deal there that helps the Senators, and gives him a different opportunity, then there’s no reason not to do that.”Article content“I don’t want to get too much into specifics,” Adams said. “The reality is we worked hard on a deal, but players have the ability when it’s in their contract to make those decisions.
“Forsberg did a heck of a job last year and it’s his job to lose,” Smith said. “He’s been able to do it multiple nights, plus he’s been durable and consistent.Article content “It tells our group that we’re ready to try to push to the next level,” Smith told this newspaper. “It tells our core group if they need help, we’ll bring it in.”Article content
“For sure he scores, but he does a lot more. He tracks, he works and he’s a guy that’s going to fit in really well with our young group and it’s an exciting time for them to all be together.” “As the year goes, we know things are going to change but my first thought is that he’ll be a really nice fit for Tim.”
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