The Vegas Golden Knights have traded forward David Clarkson and a 2020 fourth-round pick to the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for goaltender Garret Sparks, the teams announced Tuesday.

Clarkson hasn't played since 2015-16 due to a career-ending back injury. He has one year remaining on his contract, which carries a $5.25-million cap hit. The 35-year-old can be placed on long-term injured reserve, and therefore won't count against the salary cap.

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