In a surprise move, the Tampa Bay Lightning have parted ways with defenseman Darren Raddysh, trading him to the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. The trade, which took place on Friday, marks a significant shift in the Lightning's roster ahead of the upcoming NHL season. With Raddysh's departure, the Maple Leafs add depth to their blue line, while the Lightning look to rebuild and replenish their talent pool through the draft. As the NHL offseason heats up, this trade sets the stage for a potentially busy summer of roster shuffling in the league.
Darren Raddysh was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs by the Tampa Bay Lightning for a fifth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft on Friday.
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