NHL Shockwaves: Could Tavares and Marner Face Unexpected Moves in Toronto?
The buzz around Toronto’s hockey scene isn’t about Mitch Marner—at least, not yet. Instead, all eyes are glued to the intriguing question: will John Tavares lace up for the Maple Leafs once more? With a solid 74 points and 38 goals this past season, he outpaced every pending UFA in goals, proving he’s far from fading into the sunset. Sure, his recent cold streak in the playoffs raised eyebrows, but the guy’s still packing punch for a center hitting 35 next season. Now, here’s the kicker: with a slim UFA crop down the middle and the salary cap swelling, Tavares is poised for a bidding war—potentially pulling in close to $7 million AAV. Yet, the Leafs hope he’s willing to play it a bit cheaper to stay in the blue and white. He’s eager to return to “finish the job,” which could be a win-win if negotiations hit the sweet spot—maybe around $5 million AAV but with a twist that fires up both sides. Trust me, this saga’s just heating up and promises to stir the summer pot in Toronto’s front office. LEARN MORE
Does John Tavares Come Back To Toronto?
James Mirtle of The Athletic: Yes, the biggest question in Toronto is not Mitch Marner. At least, it is not yet. However, John Tavares presents an interesting dilemma for the management. Tavares racked up 74 points and 38 goals. No pending UFA had more goals than the Maple Leafs’ center this season. Tavares may have gone ice cold in the final four games of the Florida series. However, he still has a good deal left in the tank.
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