Maple Leafs acquire Kyle Clifford from Blues for future considerations

Sportsnet Staff @SportsnetFebruary 15, 2022 - 1:42pm

Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Kyle Clifford (73) and Anaheim Ducks defenceman Hampus Lindholm (47) keep their eyes on the play during third period NHL hockey action in Toronto, Friday, Feb. 7, 2020. (Frank Gunn / CP)

The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired Kyle Clifford from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for future considerations, the team announced Tuesday.

Welcome back, Cliffy

We’ve acquired forward Kyle Clifford from St. Louis in exchange for future considerations. #LeafsForever

— Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) November 16, 2021

Clifford, who was previously acquired by Toronto in a trade with Los Angeles in February of 2020, has skated in two games with the Blues this season, registering one assist.

In 728 career NHL games between Los Angeles, Toronto and St. Louis, the 30-year-old has recorded 140 career points (65 goals, 75 assists) while adding 16 points (four goals, 12 assists) in 64 playoff games. The Ayr, Ontario native is a two-time Stanley Cup champion, winning with the Kings in both 2012 and 2014.

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