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Maple Leafs GM discusses potential Auston Matthews contract extension

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 6:16 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Maple Leafs GM discusses potential Auston Matthews contract extension

Summary

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka spoke about the potential for a contract extension for captain Auston Matthews, who has two years left on his current $13.25 million per season deal. Chayka emphasized there is no urgency to complete negotiations at this time, given the upcoming NHL season. While some reports suggested Chayka needed to convince Matthews of the team's vision, he insisted Matthews is committed to the team's success. The Maple Leafs are viewed as underdogs entering this season after missing the playoffs last year, but they hope for better performance with Matthews and new goalie Sergei Bobrovsky.

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Key Details

•John Chayka commented on Auston Matthews' contract talks.
•Matthews' current deal runs for two more years.
•Chayka sees no rush to finalize the extension.
•Matthews is focused on team success this season.
•Maple Leafs begin the season aiming for a turnaround after missing the playoffs.

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6:16 AMYahoo Sports — Maple Leafs GM Speaks on Potential Auston Matthews Extension

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Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka commented on a potential contract extension for captain Auston Matthews.Matthews has two more years remaining on his current contract with the Maple Leafs, paying him $13.25 million per season. After those two years are up, Matthews can become a free agent for the first time in his NHL […] The post Maple Leafs GM Speaks on Potential Auston Matthews Extension appeared first on HEAVY.
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