John Tavares Signs a 4-Yr Extension with Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs and veteran forward John Tavares have worked out terms on an extension. He’ll be staying with Toronto to the tune of four years and $4.38 million per season.

This is a sizeable discount per season over what Tavares could have gotten on the open market July 1. That said, he didn’t want to leave Toronto and will leave what could be as much $3 million per season on the table.

Tavares, 34, appeared in 75 games with the Maple Leafs last season, recording 74 points (38 goals, 36 assists).

Where Tavares will slot in next season will be intriguing to see. This is 3rd line center kind of money, but he produces as much as a top-six forward.

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