The Toronto Maple Leafs are navigating uncertain waters this season, leading to speculation about potential roster changes. With the team currently sitting near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, General Manager Brad Treliving may be looking to shake things up through a trade with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

One name that has surfaced in connection with the Maple Leafs is Blue Jackets captain Boone Jenner. According to David Pagnotta, Jenner is the type of player Toronto would love to acquire. The 32-year-old forward brings a mix of grit, scoring ability, and top-six experience. He is currently on injured reserve but has tallied 10 points in 16 games this season. Jenner carries a reasonable $3.75 million cap hit and has one year remaining on his contract, making him a potentially affordable rental for the Leafs.

However, acquiring Jenner may not be a straightforward proposition. Pagnotta notes that the Blue Jackets may want to see how their season unfolds before making any decisions about Jenner's future. Columbus may also demand a premium in any potential trade, and the Maple Leafs' limited assets could complicate matters.

It's also worth noting that the Maple Leafs and Blue Jackets have been connected to another potential trade this season. Earlier this year, there were discussions about a swap involving Leafs forward Nick Robertson and Blue Jackets winger Yegor Chinakhov. Elliotte Friedman reported that the Maple Leafs offered Robertson for Chinakhov, but the Blue Jackets declined. Chinakhov, 24, had requested a trade from Columbus, citing disagreements with head coach Dean Evason. While the deal never materialized, it indicates that the two teams have been exploring potential transactions.

Given the Maple Leafs' struggles and their need for a roster boost, Treliving may be willing to explore all options, including a trade for Boone Jenner. However, the cost of acquiring Jenner and the Blue Jackets' willingness to trade him remain significant hurdles. The Maple Leafs may also consider other Blue Jackets forwards like Yegor Chinakhov, who previously requested a trade. Ultimately, whether the Maple Leafs can land a Blue Jackets forward will depend on their ability to meet Columbus' demands and navigate their own salary cap and asset constraints.