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Team: 2018-19 Toronto Maple Leafs
Initial Creation Date: May 29, 2018
Published: May 29, 2018
Salary Cap Mode: Basic
Free Agent Signings
RFAYEARSCAP HIT
8$7,000,000
2$1,500,000
1$1,000,000
1$1,000,000
UFAYEARSCAP HIT
7$8,000,000
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  1. Gardiner, Jake
  2. 2018 2nd round pick (SJS)
  3. 2019 4th round pick (STL)
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2018
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2019
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2020
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21$75,000,000$66,945,833$2,550,000$4,550,000$8,054,167

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Left WingCentreRight Wing
$2,250,000$2,250,000
RW, LW
UFA - 3
$925,000$925,000 (Performance Bonus$2,850,000$3M)
C
UFA - 1
$7,000,000$7,000,000
RW
UFA - 6
$1,500,000$1,500,000
LW, RW
UFA - 1
$8,000,000$8,000,000
C, LW
UFA - 7
$2,100,000$2,100,000
RW, LW
UFA - 2
$6,250,000$6,250,000
LW, C
NMC
UFA - 2
$4,500,000$4,500,000
C
M-NTC
UFA - 4
$894,167$894,167 (Performance Bonus$850,000$850K)
RW
UFA - 1
$925,000$925,000
LW, RW
RFA - 2
$863,333$863,333
RW
UFA - 1
$925,000$925,000
RW, LW
UFA - 1
$1,000,000$1,000,000
C, LW, RW
RFA
Left DefenseRight DefenseGoaltender
$5,000,000$5,000,000
LD
UFA - 4
$4,450,000$4,450,000
RD
M-NTC
UFA - 2
$5,000,000$5,000,000
G
M-NTC
UFA - 3
$863,333$863,333
LD/RD
UFA - 2
$4,500,000$4,500,000
RD
UFA - 6
$850,000$850,000
G
UFA - 1
$925,000$925,000 (Performance Bonus$850,000$850K)
LD
UFA - 1
$3,000,000$3,000,000
RD
M-NTC
UFA - 1
ScratchesInjured Reserve (IR)Long Term IR (LTIR)
$5,300,000$5,300,000
RW
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May 29, 2018 at 10:48 a.m.
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Zero chance JT signs under 10mil
May 29, 2018 at 10:52 a.m.
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Scrap jt idea
May 29, 2018 at 10:59 a.m.
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If JT wants to win Cups, he may be inclined to take less. In TO he'll get huge endorsement opportunities which will offset the higher taxes and lower cap hit. However, TO is one of the only teams that can offer him years of contention. He won't get that with the Islanders. MTL will offer him a max contract likely but they are a complete dumpster fire of a team and will spin their tires for the next 3-4 years before tearing it all down to start over and build it right.
May 29, 2018 at 11:11 a.m.
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I agree with all the posters above that mentioned it would take at least $10 million to sign Tavares. I also think there are a number of better options out there for him, not the least of which is your Stanley Cup finalist Vegas Golden Knights, which have a ton of long-term cap space available playing highly competitive hockey. I am sure if he got to July 1, Tavares would certainly here the Leafs pitch, but I am not sure I see it happening. It would also significantly hamper the Leafs ability to acquire a top flight defenceman.
May 29, 2018 at 11:17 a.m.
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I agree with all the posters above that mentioned it would take at least $10 million to sign Tavares. I also think there are a number of better options out there for him, not the least of which is your Stanley Cup finalist Vegas Golden Knights, which have a ton of long-term cap space available playing highly competitive hockey. I am sure if he got to July 1, Tavares would certainly here the Leafs pitch, but I am not sure I see it happening. It would also significantly hamper the Leafs ability to acquire a top flight defenceman.


I hate saying this cause Vegas just seems to find a way, but they are an entire team of castoffs who are having career years. What is the likelihood that they do that again next year? Yes there are teams that offer much the same the Leafs do, however, the appeal of playing at home and not having to be the hero every night and know you're going to be great for the entirety of your contract will have sway. It'll come down to either money or best chance to win several cups. Toronto can afford him as long as they don't go nuts and sell the farm for Karlsson or Doughty.
May 29, 2018 at 11:22 a.m.
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I dunno...I think in JT's head it's crystal clear...I'm just not sure which side he's on.

His best friends are from the Toronto area and have been pushing for him to come to Toronto.

That can go two ways for a player...either he's also been on board with that idea and, assuming the Leafs make him a competitive offer...he signs there July 1 and the Leafs find a way to make the cap work....

or...

the idea of having that off-ice distraction of playing in the city surrounded constantly by family and friends...always trying to get tickets, demand your time...your parents having to deal with people critiquing their sons game all the time...all that makes you never want to sign here no matter what.

So I can see why or why not JT would sign here and feel that decision is already made up in his head.
May 29, 2018 at 11:28 a.m.
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All great points. I think the pressure is somewhat mitigated by the likes of Matthews, Marner and Nylander. Tavares is one of my favourite players but the big three in TO are already better (in the case of Matthews), basically as good (Marner) or could be better soon (Nylander). So that lets Tavares come in and be an elite secondary player that can help boast the core. The defence doesn't have any elite defencemen (Rielly is a top pairing guy but I'm not sure he'll ever be a Norris winner), but with Tanev replacing Gardiner, they become better in their own zone and allows Hainsey to move down and be less exposed. With the younger defencemen coming up through the system, Toronto can save cap space and improve without having to overpay in trades or free agency.
May 29, 2018 at 11:32 a.m.
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I hate saying this cause Vegas just seems to find a way, but they are an entire team of castoffs who are having career years. What is the likelihood that they do that again next year? Yes there are teams that offer much the same the Leafs do, however, the appeal of playing at home and not having to be the hero every night and know you're going to be great for the entirety of your contract will have sway. It'll come down to either money or best chance to win several cups. Toronto can afford him as long as they don't go nuts and sell the farm for Karlsson or Doughty.


I am really not sure that the "chance to play at home" is as a much a selling point as the fans like to believe. Furthermore, Vegas is in such a good position, they could sign Tavares and Carlson for fair market value and still have enough wiggle room to sign key UFA and RFAs. Even as cast-offs, winning the Stanley Cup this spring would be completely unprecedented. When it comes to Vegas, I am not really not sure what to think, but I know they have the ability to make a real solid pitch. There are a number of other key spots though, as well. While I hope the Leafs sign Tavares, it is going to hurt the Leafs financial outlook.
May 29, 2018 at 11:36 a.m.
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All great points. I think the pressure is somewhat mitigated by the likes of Matthews, Marner and Nylander. Tavares is one of my favourite players but the big three in TO are already better (in the case of Matthews), basically as good (Marner) or could be better soon (Nylander). So that lets Tavares come in and be an elite secondary player that can help boast the core. The defence doesn't have any elite defencemen (Rielly is a top pairing guy but I'm not sure he'll ever be a Norris winner), but with Tanev replacing Gardiner, they become better in their own zone and allows Hainsey to move down and be less exposed. With the younger defencemen coming up through the system, Toronto can save cap space and improve without having to overpay in trades or free agency.


I get why people look at Gardiner's VERY obvious turnovers and not want him as part of the d-core moving forward...but if you compare his stats (basic or advanced) to Tanev...Jake is the better D-man.

I'm okay if they trade him away or don't re-sign him after next year...but I don't think Tanev solves any problems
May 29, 2018 at 11:39 a.m.
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I am really not sure that the "chance to play at home" is as a much a selling point as the fans like to believe. Furthermore, Vegas is in such a good position, they could sign Tavares and Carlson for fair market value and still have enough wiggle room to sign key UFA and RFAs. Even as cast-offs, winning the Stanley Cup this spring would be completely unprecedented. When it comes to Vegas, I am not really not sure what to think, but I know they have the ability to make a real solid pitch. There are a number of other key spots though, as well. While I hope the Leafs sign Tavares, it is going to hurt the Leafs financial outlook.


I was in the same boat for a long time, in regard to the financial outlook. However, with the cap rising, and zero bad contracts on the books so far, Toronto does have a unique opportunity to add a guy like Tavares. If they tie up 35 Million in Cap space to Tavares, Matthews, Marner, Nylander and Kadri, thats not a bad thing. Goaltending is fine for at least 3 more years. Defence is solid enough with the addition of Tanev and as younger guys progress they can fill holes. The other thing most people don't think about, is the enormous amount of money TO puts into the health of their players and the unprecedented money spent in player development. Toronto spends more money than any other team on those departments and its going to allow them to constantly bring up solid depth players. All of that gives Tavares so much more support than he'll get elsewhere.
May 29, 2018 at 11:44 a.m.
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I get why people look at Gardiner's VERY obvious turnovers and not want him as part of the d-core moving forward...but if you compare his stats (basic or advanced) to Tanev...Jake is the better D-man.

I'm okay if they trade him away or don't re-sign him after next year...but I don't think Tanev solves any problems


I'm not anti Gardiner, its more about what he brings vs Dermott and vs Tanev. Gardiner is an elite puck mover, but he is so soft on the boards and makes a lot of poor decisions in his zone. Tanev does not, plus he'll spell a lot of Hainsey and that will make Hainsey more valuable. Also Dermott is a better skater than Gardiner and I think will, possibly even this year, be basically a wash with Gardiner. Give Liljegren another year in the minors and he'll improve the defence even more in the coming years and this team is downright scary. Centre depth is the most vital area in hockey and Matthews, Tavares and Kadri gives Toronto arguably the greatest depth in hockey.
May 29, 2018 at 12:05 p.m.
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If you give up Gardiner you don't give up the better player and extras for 1 player. And 100% yes Gardiner is better then Tanev. To those who don't agree you're wrong.
May 29, 2018 at 12:15 p.m.
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If you give up Gardiner you don't give up the better player and extras for 1 player. And 100% yes Gardiner is better then Tanev. To those who don't agree you're wrong.


No question Gardiner has more value offensively, however right shot defencemen are in much higher demand. I may be giving up too much but its assets that are easily replaceable. Gardiner will be the best defencemen in Vancouver but Tanev will have a huge impact in TO that Gardiner just can't do. It wouldn't surprise me if Edmonton offers their 10th pick for a right handed defencemen and Tanev is on the market.

If they don't go after Tanev, they will have to pay more for guys like Faulk, Myers or in my dream world (Pesce from Carolina, a younger and potentially better version of Tanev).

With Rielly, Dermott and in a year or two Liljegren, Toronto has all the offence they need form the Blue Line.
May 30, 2018 at 3:45 p.m.
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No question Gardiner has more value offensively, however right shot defencemen are in much higher demand. I may be giving up too much but its assets that are easily replaceable. Gardiner will be the best defencemen in Vancouver but Tanev will have a huge impact in TO that Gardiner just can't do. It wouldn't surprise me if Edmonton offers their 10th pick for a right handed defencemen and Tanev is on the market.

If they don't go after Tanev, they will have to pay more for guys like Faulk, Myers or in my dream world (Pesce from Carolina, a younger and potentially better version of Tanev).

With Rielly, Dermott and in a year or two Liljegren, Toronto has all the offence they need form the Blue Line.


I understand your assessment I just don't agree with it. Tanev is better defensively (sure) but he's injury prone and if he doesn't play and you pay that much for him then you look like an idiot.

I do believe Leafs have a MUCH better medical staff but still that's an incredibly high price for a meh player. I'd rather get a player like a Spurgeon or C Miller or Trouba for that price.
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I understand your assessment I just don't agree with it. Tanev is better defensively (sure) but he's injury prone and if he doesn't play and you pay that much for him then you look like an idiot.

I do believe Leafs have a MUCH better medical staff but still that's an incredibly high price for a meh player. I'd rather get a player like a Spurgeon or C Miller or Trouba for that price.


I hear you on Trouba, the other two are firm no for me. Mainly because Toronto has two very offensive defencemen in Rielly and Dermott. So adding more offence isn't going to fix their big problem is defencemen who can dig the puck out of the corners in their own end. Gardiner is so soft along the boards, Tanev is a huge improvement on that and what you loose in offence, I believe a healthy Zietsev an older Dermott will more than make up for the loss of Gardiner. Tanev would then lower our Goals Against and provide a huge upgrade on the PK and along the boards.

My price is likely too high, but its a starting point to get an improvement to the back end.
Jun. 6, 2018 at 10:25 a.m.
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Quoting: LoganOllivier
I hear you on Trouba, the other two are firm no for me. Mainly because Toronto has two very offensive defencemen in Rielly and Dermott. So adding more offence isn't going to fix their big problem is defencemen who can dig the puck out of the corners in their own end. Gardiner is so soft along the boards, Tanev is a huge improvement on that and what you loose in offence, I believe a healthy Zietsev an older Dermott will more than make up for the loss of Gardiner. Tanev would then lower our Goals Against and provide a huge upgrade on the PK and along the boards.

My price is likely too high, but its a starting point to get an improvement to the back end.


Fine... my offer for Tanev is rights to Carrick, rights to Pickard and a 4th.
Jun. 6, 2018 at 10:36 a.m.
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Fine... my offer for Tanev is rights to Carrick, rights to Pickard and a 4th.


Right handed defencemen are way too valuable and the underlying analytics for Tanev are WAYYYYY too good for such a pittance. They also have 4 goalies on their depth chart currently, 3 of which may be better than Pickard and two for sure have more potential. My point is, its not a throw away deal, Vancouver will want a fair return. Tanev won't break the bank and will be an improvement, a Trouba trade would start with a roster player and you know they'll ask for Nylander, which to me is a hang up. Even if the Jets asked for Johnsson or Kapinen, I would still say no.
Jun. 6, 2018 at 11:13 p.m.
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Quoting: LoganOllivier
Right handed defencemen are way too valuable and the underlying analytics for Tanev are WAYYYYY too good for such a pittance. They also have 4 goalies on their depth chart currently, 3 of which may be better than Pickard and two for sure have more potential. My point is, its not a throw away deal, Vancouver will want a fair return. Tanev won't break the bank and will be an improvement, a Trouba trade would start with a roster player and you know they'll ask for Nylander, which to me is a hang up. Even if the Jets asked for Johnsson or Kapinen, I would still say no.


I'm not saying what I offered is fair value or even what the Leafs would offer cause they would probably offer more. But personally I don't see the value in Tanev. Sure he has good "advanced numbers" when he plays but he's injured so often he barely plays.

Also if it's Nylander, yes hang up, if it's Johnsson or Kapanen I'd really think about it. I'd trade Johnsson+ depending what the + is.
 
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