Reporter discusses specifics of a possible John Tavares extension in Toronto
Since leaving as captain, John Tavares’ future in Toronto has been uncertain, although it is now known that he may sign a free agent contract to rejoin the Maple Leafs.
There hasn’t been much discussion about former captain John Tavares’ future in Toronto over the last two months, despite rumors abounding about Mitch Marner’s future there. With his impending free agency in the summer of 2025, the procedure that saw him resign as the Maple Leafs captain has cast doubt on his future.
Although some people think Tavares might be leaving, Sportsnet’s Luke Fox has provided an alternative perspective, stating that Tavares is far more likely to stay than teammate Mitch Marner. Given the Leafs’ need for depth in the middle, this makes sense.
Fox started, “I think it’s much more likely that he resigns than Marner does at this stage.” “I think it’s feasible, and I think his willingness to step up for the team and accept the captaincy— let’s be clear, it wasn’t his idea— but he came around to the idea and was publicly fully on board,” the person said.
Fox says it’s unlikely that the former captain will accept a significant discount, which is unfortunate for Maple Leafs supporters hoping he will, but it is certainly possible if a smaller discount is offered in exchange for the former captain joining his hometown team as they pursue the Stanley Cup.
Like, he’s hoping to prevail. I believe he’ll be open to getting a haircut because he’s in good financial standing. Not that he’s taking 800,000, but he’s willing to take a pay cut if it means continuing.
While Tavares had a low-key year, scoring 65 points in 80 games, the 33-year-old can still produce, and Brad Treliving should make getting him back a top priority as the team looks to win its first Stanley Cup since 1967. The events of the 2024–25 season and Marner’s situation could also have a significant impact on Tavares’ future.
The Maple Leafs Daily
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