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Tavares Weighs in on Matthews New Maple Leafs Contract (Video)

Auston Matthews finally signed his contract extension. And, by doing so, he’s made headlines once again. His new contract starts in the 2024-25 season and locks him into a four-year…

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Published: 1 year ago

Auston Matthews is committed to winning the Stanley Cup as a Toronto Maple Leaf

‘Papi’ isn’t going anywhere, anytime soon. Auston Matthews, in true baller fashion, broke his own news and has committed to winning as a Toronto Maple Leaf. His four-year extension which pays him $13.25 million per season, keeps Matthews in blu

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Published: 1 year ago

7 Cool Things About Ex-Maple Leafs’ Captain Mats Sundin

Mats Sundin played for the Toronto Maple Leafs from 1994 to 2008. Over his tenure with the team, he was their captain and their leader. He’s currently the franchise leader…

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Published: 1 year ago

Auston Matthews Extension Could Cement His Legacy in Toronto

With the extension of Auston Matthews, the Toronto Maple Leafs have officially overcome the biggest obstacle of the offseason. Matthews happily tweeted out the news before the team or NHL…

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Published: 1 year ago

5 records Matthews could break in his career with the Leafs

If he doesn’t have the case for it already, Auston Matthews has a decent shot at becoming the greatest player to suit up for the Toronto Maple Leafs in team history. Sure, he might not have the Stanley Cups of some of the team’s most decorated i

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Published: 1 year ago

Snapshots: McDavid, Kuznetsov, Matthews

Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews will always be inextricably linked. They were selected with back-to-back first-overall picks by, as of now, the two best Canadian teams in the league. Therefore, it’s not surprising public discourse has shifted

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Published: 1 year ago

Thoughts on why Auston Matthews’ four-year extension is a win for the Leafs

Some may think Auston Matthews should have signed for longer term, or even less money. Others will love the extension. Justin Bourne explains why it’s a win-win for both player and team.

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Published: 1 year ago

Auston Matthews isn’t a bargain but the deal still works out for the Maple Leafs

There is still a lot that we don’t yet know about the new Auston Matthews contract but for now, in theory, there is a lot to like about it. It won’t particularly matter if the deal is buyout proof or not, if it’s front loaded or not, or whether

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Published: 1 year ago

Auston Matthews’ Extension Ignites Draisaitl’s Next Contract Talks

The post Auston Matthews’ Extension Ignites Draisaitl’s Next Contract Talks appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Auston Matthews' record-breaking contract sparks comparisons, raising questions about Leon Draisaitl's upcoming negotiation. The post Au

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Published: 1 year ago

Cap Comparables: How Matthews’ deal stacks up against previous record-setters

With a record $13.25-million cap hit taking effect in 2024-25, Auston Matthews’ new contract extension will snag the crown, in terms of AAV, from Colorado Avalanche pivot Nathan MacKinnon. Here is a look at how the Maple Leafs centre’s deal stack

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Published: 1 year ago

Maple Leafs Extend Matthews: Who Could Be Next?

The Toronto Maple Leafs made a massive move yesterday (Aug. 23), signing superstar center Auston Matthews to a four-year, $53 million contract extension ($13.25 million AAV). Now, with Matthews locked…

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Published: 1 year ago

NHL Rumors: William Nylander Not in a Rush, Wants to Stay But Things Got Trickier

William Nylander said that there is no rush to sign an extension given he has a year left but he hopes he can stay with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Published: 1 year ago