Andrew Boehmer: Michael Stone
The UFA I want the Toronto Maple Leafs to target is Michael Stone.
Ya, ya, I know people don’t like him. If, however, there is limited interest, maybe the Leafs could get him at a discount. Maybe sign him to a one or two year contract, and Bob’s your uncle.
I think that big body would help spread the load a bit and he’s mobile enough that he wouldn’t be a liability. If all else fails and the Leafs can’t get a decent UFA or make a trade, resign Polak.
Alex Hobson: Michael Stone
I would love to see the Leafs pursue Michael Stone on a three year deal or around that sort of term.
He is only 26, has good size and is right handed. Stone has a hard shot and can hit. He is good on the power-play and an offensive threat. He would make a good placeholder in the top four until Liljegren is ready.