The NHL trade deadline saw several significant moves for the Toronto Maple Leafs as they look to adjust their roster. The team traded defenseman Conor Timmins and forward Connor Dewar to the Pittsburgh Penguins. This deal, reported by NHL insider Chris Johnston, aims to provide the Maple Leafs with much-needed salary cap relief while adding depth to the Penguins' lineup.

Timmins, who has played 51 games this season with two goals and six assists, has been a reliable part of the Leafs' defense since joining in November 2022. Dewar, a 25-year-old forward, has struggled with limited playtime, managing just three assists in 31 games. The Maple Leafs also made earlier trades on the same day, acquiring Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo, further intensifying their roster adjustments for the playoff push.