Report: Auston Matthews on the Fence About a New Contract with the Maple Leafs
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Wade Messier
May 26, 2023 (7:06 PM)
Major changes have been happening in Toronto, and the potential outcomes have scared Leafs fans. With a new GM on the way, many have wondered what the future looks like for Auston Matthews, and we might now know.
Matthews Won't Sign an Extension
That's right, the Leafs' star goalscorer won't commit to Toronto long-term.
Matthews is entering the final year of his massive contract that pays him over $11.6 million annually. As the Leafs undergo some massive organizational changes, Matthews may not want to commit to them long-term.
"Until Matthews feels comfortable with the plan, he probably won't be putting pen to paper."
It would provide the Leafs a great deal of security to know that Matthews is locked up for the long term, but if he won't commit to them, they may have to look to move him.
As crazy as it sounds, Toronto could have to look to move Auston Matthews within the next year if he won't sign an extension with the team. A player of Matthews' caliber is too good to lose for nothing, and he could bring them a massive haul if he gets traded.
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MAI 26 | 262 ANSWERS Report: Auston Matthews on the Fence About a New Contract with the Maple Leafs Should the Leafs trade Matthews? |
Yes | 189 | 72.1 % |
No | 73 | 27.9 % |
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