Leafs, Tucker continue to talk deal
"We're at a critical time."
That's how Darcy Tucker's agent Carlos Sosa views ongoing contract negotiations with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
"The negotiation at this point is promising, but not fulfilled and it's at a place where there is a chance to get something done," Sosa added.
Sosa and Maple Leafs general manager, John Ferguson talked yesterday with the Tucker camp tabling a new proposal.
Sosa would not comment on the term, or the money Tucker is seeking. However, it is believed the veteran forward is asking for a four year agreement, armed with a "no movement" clause.
"The discussions have been positive. That hasn't changed," Ferguson offered in response to Sosa's characterization of the process.
The two sides are expected to resume discussions today (Friday), however neither side anticipates a deal will be reached that quickly.
"If it gets done in the next week or sooner, great. If not, it may be awhile," Sosa told TSN.
"Awhile," meaning post trade deadline which would clearly apply a pressure point on Toronto to consider all options, with the potential of Tucker walking away as an unrestricted free agent in the summer not one of them.
"This guy is what every playoff team wants, so why would you move him?" Sosa concluded in response to the trade speculation that persists.
"I don't see too many playoff worthy teams shedding top players at the deadline. I would call that atypical," said Ferguson.
In the meantime, the 31 year old received encouraging news following his latest round of x-rays, Friday morning.
His injured foot has repaired itself to the point a protective cast has been removed and replaced with a more workout friendly version. However, Tucker's return to the lineup is unlikely for at least another 10-14 days.
Should the Leafs cut their losses and trade him for Bobby Ryan, an Anaheim Ducks prospect that was taken #2 after Crosby in the 2005 Entry Draft. I wouldn't mind the trade considering he will come back to Toronto for $3 million after the season is over since after all his entire family is in the Toronto area.
That's how Darcy Tucker's agent Carlos Sosa views ongoing contract negotiations with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
"The negotiation at this point is promising, but not fulfilled and it's at a place where there is a chance to get something done," Sosa added.
Sosa and Maple Leafs general manager, John Ferguson talked yesterday with the Tucker camp tabling a new proposal.
Sosa would not comment on the term, or the money Tucker is seeking. However, it is believed the veteran forward is asking for a four year agreement, armed with a "no movement" clause.
"The discussions have been positive. That hasn't changed," Ferguson offered in response to Sosa's characterization of the process.
The two sides are expected to resume discussions today (Friday), however neither side anticipates a deal will be reached that quickly.
"If it gets done in the next week or sooner, great. If not, it may be awhile," Sosa told TSN.
"Awhile," meaning post trade deadline which would clearly apply a pressure point on Toronto to consider all options, with the potential of Tucker walking away as an unrestricted free agent in the summer not one of them.
"This guy is what every playoff team wants, so why would you move him?" Sosa concluded in response to the trade speculation that persists.
"I don't see too many playoff worthy teams shedding top players at the deadline. I would call that atypical," said Ferguson.
In the meantime, the 31 year old received encouraging news following his latest round of x-rays, Friday morning.
His injured foot has repaired itself to the point a protective cast has been removed and replaced with a more workout friendly version. However, Tucker's return to the lineup is unlikely for at least another 10-14 days.
Should the Leafs cut their losses and trade him for Bobby Ryan, an Anaheim Ducks prospect that was taken #2 after Crosby in the 2005 Entry Draft. I wouldn't mind the trade considering he will come back to Toronto for $3 million after the season is over since after all his entire family is in the Toronto area.
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