Maple Leafs Adjust Roster: Douglas & Holtz Waived Post Nic Roy Trade
The Toronto Maple Leafs are making adjustments to their roster after trading Nicolas Roy. As the NHL trade deadline approaches, two players have drawn attention for potential waiver claims: Curtis Douglas and Alexander Holtz. Both players present opportunities for enhancement to the team, particularly with the recent changes.
Maple Leafs Roster Changes
Following the Roy trade, the Maple Leafs are considering their options for waivers before the deadline. Their focus is on wingers Curtis Douglas and Alexander Holtz, who could be valuable additions to the roster.
Curtis Douglas
Curtis Douglas, a towering figure at 6’9″ and 242 pounds, is one of the most notable players on waivers. He has spent two years within the Leafs’ farm system, playing 80 games for the Toronto Marlies from 2021 to 2023 but has yet to secure a spot on the main roster.
- Contract: $775,000
- Role: Primarily a fourth line player
- Potential: His size may allow him to fill the void left by Roy and bring physicality to the ice.
As one of eight players sent to waivers, Douglas could be a strategic claim for the Maple Leafs, especially if they are planning a roster adjustment before the deadline.
Alexander Holtz
Alexander Holtz, a former seventh overall pick in the 2020 NHL Draft, has also been placed on waivers by the Vegas Golden Knights. He has faced challenges finding a permanent spot in the NHL, with statistics reflecting three goals and nine points in 28 games.
- Age: 24 years old
- History: Previously played for the New Jersey Devils and the Golden Knights
- Contract Status: In the first year of a two-year deal
Holtz’s potential remains, but he needs to prove his capabilities to avoid a return to European leagues. The Maple Leafs may see him as a player with upside if he can demonstrate his talent.
Other Players on Waivers
Alongside Douglas and Holtz, several other players are available on waivers:
- Cole Reinhardt (Vegas Golden Knights)
- Evgenii Dadonov (New Jersey)
- Maxim Tsyplakov (New Jersey)
- Luke Glendening (New Jersey)
- Garrett Wilson (Philadelphia Flyers)
As the Maple Leafs weigh their options, the potential waivers could create a new direction for the team as they head into the final stretch of the NHL season.
