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Raddysh’s Rise and Rielly’s Crossroads | NHL News
Toronto’s big splash: Darren Raddysh signed an eight-year, $8.5M deal to become the team’s top offensive defenseman, potentially sidelining Morgan Rielly. With GM John Chayka pushing his agenda, Raddysh’s arrival raises questions about pairing two offensive D-men — or paying a second-pairing defenseman a massive salary. Rielly’s value is now murky, especially with his no-movement clause and rumored trade wishlist. His recent decline may be tied to past coaching styles, but with new coach Jim Hiller’s possession-based system and analytics focus, Rielly could rebound — if he sheds bulk and…
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