John Chayka announces aggressive free agency plans for Maple Leafs on July 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 2:34 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka confirmed plans to pursue aggressive moves when NHL free agency begins on July 1. Following the acquisition of defenseman Darren Raddysh in a sign-and-trade deal, Chayka noted the team retains over $22 million in cap space. He indicated a focus on improving the team, mentioning potential targets including goalie Sergei Bobrovsky and veteran forward Patrick Kane. Bunting and defenseman Radko Gudas are also under consideration to enhance team depth as the Maple Leafs prepare for free agency.
- •Chayka declares intention to be aggressive in free agency on July 1
- •Maple Leafs have more than $22 million in cap space available
- •Raddysh signed for eight years at $68 million in a trade from Tampa Bay
- •Potential free agent targets include Bobrovsky and Kane
- •Chayka aims to improve team depth ahead of next season
- 2:34 AMYahoo Sports — John Chayka Promises Maple Leafs Will Be ‘Aggressive’ on July 1
"Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka promised that his team will be “aggressive” when free agency opens on July 1.Even after acquiring defenseman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning in a sign-and-trade deal and giving him an eight-year, $68 million contract, the Maple Leafs still have over $22 million in cap space this […] The post John Chayka Promises Maple Leafs Will Be ‘Aggressive’ on July 1 appeared first on HEAVY.
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