Lightning Acquire Goaltender Dennis Hildeby in Trade with Maple Leafs
The Tampa Bay Lightning have made a trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs, acquiring goaltender Dennis Hildeby, a fourth-round pick in 2027, and a third-round pick in 2028 in exchange for forward Nick Paul. Hildeby, a 24-year-old goalie from Jarfalla, Sweden, played 20 games with the Maple Leafs last season, posting a 5-7-4 record with a 2.86 goals-against average and a .914 save percentage. He also played for the Toronto Marlies in the AHL, where he had a 10-8-5 record with a 2.71 GAA and .898 save percentage in 23 games. In the Calder Cup playoffs, he recorded a 2.17 GAA and .921 save percentage in three games.
Throughout his career, Hildeby has played in 26 NHL games, all with Toronto, with an 8-10-4 record, a 2.98 GAA, and a .906 save percentage. In the AHL, he has played 96 games, all with the Marlies, with a 47-29-16 record, a 2.57 GAA, and a .906 save percentage, including six shutouts. Hildeby was drafted by the Maple Leafs in the fourth round, 122nd overall, in the 2022 NHL Draft.
The trade between the Lightning and the Maple Leafs sees Hildeby joining Tampa Bay's roster, providing depth in the goaltending position. The acquisition of Hildeby, along with the draft picks, adds to the Lightning's roster strength and future prospects. The trade marks a strategic move for both teams as they aim to strengthen their respective lineups and build for the future.