Leafs Acquire Ron Francis; Claim Kilger Off Waivers

It has just been learned that the Toronto Maple Leafs have convinced Ron Francis to wave his no trade clause, allowing for a trade to the Maple Leafs. The Maple Leafs picked up Francis in return for a fourth round draft choice in 2005.

Francis has ten goals and twenty assists for thirty points in sixty-eight games this season with the Carolina Hurricanes. By acquiring Francis, the Maple Leafs will get a player with tremendous experience and leadership skills that will no doubt help the Leafs in their run for the Stanley Cup.

Earlier in the day the Maple Leafs claimed Chad Kilger off waivers from the Montreal Canadiens. Kilger has two goals and two assists for four points in thirty-six games with the Canadiens this season.