Leafs get first-round offer for Ekman-Larsson

The Maple Leafs face a decision by the March 6 NHL trade deadline regarding Ekman-Larsson, who has been linked to several teams. The 34-year-old defenseman has expressed a desire to stay in Toronto, where he has 35 points in 59 games this season. 'He doesn't want to go anywhere. He loves Toronto. He wants to stay in Toronto. He wants to win in Toronto,' Leafs reporter Nick Alberga reported.

The Oilers have been previously connected to Ekman-Larsson, who helped defeat them in the Stanley Cup Final last season with the Florida Panthers. With Ekman-Larsson's abilities potentially declining at age 34, Toronto might be wise to consider the offer to replenish their future outlook.