The Toronto Maple Leafs were linked to trade talks for Columbus Blue Jackets superstar defenseman Zach Werenski.In the end, though, Werenski put out a statement indicating he doesn't plan on going anywhere.As it turns out, Matthew Knies may have actually been the hold-up.Most speculation about Knies in recent months has had him as a Toronto trade candidate. A recent report from The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta indicates, though, that the Maple Leafs may have tried to do the Werenski trade without Knies.MORE: Alex Ovechkin finally decides on his futurePagnotta's report essentially says the Blue Jackets were asked if they'd do a deal for Werenski without Knies, and the Leafs were told no.It certainly makes sense for the Blue Jackets to hold firm on this. Werenski is one of the best players