Reports: Spezza, Phaneuf being shopped

Ontario captains on the way out soon?  Independent sources say both #Sens and #Leafs shopping  Spezza/ Phaneuf  to west conf #NHL teams

— Nick Kypreos (@RealKyper) May 11, 2025

Hearing lots of interest in #Leafs Phaneuf @ right price. Some clubs tell me they value him btw 5m -6m, meaning Tor must cover remaining $.

— Nick Kypreos (@RealKyper) May 12, 2025

Per @realkypers report on @MapleLeafs dangling Phaneuf. He is entering 1st yr of long term deal. U can't take $. It admits a mistake.

— Daren Millard (@darenmillard) May 12, 2025

Unlike Phaneuf, Spezza's return would be similar to trade deadline rental: Player who can help now, prospect and No. 1 pick. #Sens #Leafs

— Bruce Garrioch (@SunGarrioch) May 12, 2025

Also per Bruce Garrioch, Ottawa Sun: The Senators will likely move Spezza before next month’s NHL entry draft in Philadelphia.

Spezza trade rumors stem in part from Spezza exit interview when he reportedly told OTT ownership/management he may look favorably on move.

— Bob McKenzie (@TSNBobMcKenzie) May 12, 2025

In any case, whatever the motivation, Spezza is very much in play on the NHL trade market.

— Bob McKenzie (@TSNBobMcKenzie) May 12, 2025

As I reported earlier, Spezza had to - and has submitted - a list of 10 teams where he can't go as part of his NTC. #Sens

— Bruce Garrioch (@SunGarrioch) May 12, 2025

Leafs have had no discussions with teams re: Phaneuf since deadline. Would they move him? Yes. Is he being shopped? No. Willing to listen.

— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) May 12, 2025

#Leafs need consent from Phaneuf if they wanted to move him prior to July 1st based on no trade clause he had in last few years of old deal

— Nick Kypreos (@RealKyper) May 12, 2025

After July 1st a modified NTC kicks in where Phaneuf gives the #Leafs a list of teams he would be willing to go. As many as 10 I'm told.

— Nick Kypreos (@RealKyper) May 12, 2025