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Maple Leafs Sign Emil Andrae: Next Moves to Get Under the Salary Cap

Maple Leafs Sign Emil Andrae: Next Moves to Get Under the Salary Cap

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed defenseman Emil Andrae to a two-year, $1.55 million-per-season contract. Andrae came over from Philadelphia in the trade that sent Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to the Flyers, and projects as a puck-moving depth piece who could compete for a spot on Toronto’s third pairing.

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Leafs sign Emil Andrae to two-year contract

Leafs sign Emil Andrae to two-year contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Saturday they signed defenseman Emil Andrae to a two-year contract. The financial terms were not disclosed by the team, but PuckPedia is reporting the two-year deal is worth $3.1 million with an annual cap hit of $1.55 million.

Emil Andrae News / TheLeafsnation / July 4
Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs add speed, upside on 2-year deal worth $1.55M for Emil Andrae

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs add speed, upside on 2-year deal worth $1.55M for Emil Andrae

The summer of John Chayka continues, as Emil Andrae signed a two-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Terms of the deal were not immediately closed, but Andrae reportedly signed a contract worth $1.55 million annually, via The Athletic’s Chris Johnston.

Emil Andrae News / TheLeafsnation / July 4
Maple Leafs sign Emil Andrae to two-year contract reportedly worth $1.55M annually

Maple Leafs sign Emil Andrae to two-year contract reportedly worth $1.55M annually

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Saturday that they had signed defenceman Emil Andrae to a two-year contract. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed by the Leafs, but it carries an AAV of $1.55 million according to TSN’s Chris Johnston.

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Emil Andrae News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 4
Maple Leafs Sign Emil Andrae To Two-Year Contract

Maple Leafs Sign Emil Andrae To Two-Year Contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced that RFA defenseman Emil Andrae has been signed to a two-year contract extension. The team did not disclose the financial terms of the deal, but Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston reported the deal carries a $1.55MM AAV.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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What Does Moving Nicholas Robertson Say About the Maple Leafs?

What Does Moving Nicholas Robertson Say About the Maple Leafs?

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ move to send Nicholas Robertson to Pittsburgh for a fourth-round pick is one of those transactions that says more about the organization than the player.

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Leafs’ Nick Paul willing to do ‘whatever team needs’ heading into first season in Toronto

Leafs’ Nick Paul willing to do ‘whatever team needs’ heading into first season in Toronto

The Toronto Maple Leafs are bringing another local kid home to play for them next season.  Following the sign-and-trade deal to acquire defenceman Darren

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What Does Jack Roslovic Bring to the Maple Leafs?

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have added Jack Roslovic on a two-year, $8 million contract, bringing in another middle-six forward who’s had to bounce around a bit but has consistently found ways to produce offence.

Gavin Mckenna News / Athlon Sports / July 4
Is Gavin McKenna's Rookie Contract the Biggest In NHL History?

Is Gavin McKenna's Rookie Contract the Biggest In NHL History?

The Toronto Maple Leafs signed Gavin McKenna to a three-year, entry-level contract on Friday after selecting him with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Morgan Rielly News / TheLeafsnation / July 4
Crease corrections, bottom six, and a Rielly landing spot: Leaflets

Crease corrections, bottom six, and a Rielly landing spot: Leaflets

My apologies because I know I’ve used this reference once before, likely last summer during Brad Treliving’s free agency bonanza. The Office quote holds up.

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Gavin McKenna's Maple Leafs contract details revealed

Gavin McKenna's Maple Leafs contract details revealed

The Toronto Maple Leafs went from being one of the biggest disappointments last season to one of the most exciting teams heading into the 2026-27 campaign. Gavin McKenna is a big reason why. 

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Leafs’ No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna signs entry-level contract

Leafs’ No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna signs entry-level contract

One week after picking him first overall in the NHL draft, the Toronto Maple Leafs signed Gavin McKenna to his three-year entry-level contract on Friday.

Gavin Mckenna News / TheLeafsnation / July 3
Maple Leafs sign Gavin McKenna to 3-year, entry-level contract

Maple Leafs sign Gavin McKenna to 3-year, entry-level contract

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Gavin McKenna signed a three-year, entry-level contract, the team confirmed. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed by the Leafs, but it’s widely expected that McKenna signed a contract that pays a maximum value of $1.025 million for the 2026-27 season.

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Maple Leafs Sign Gavin McKenna To Entry-Level Contract

Maple Leafs Sign Gavin McKenna To Entry-Level Contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs have taken the steps to ensure 2026 first-overall pick Gavin McKenna can turn pro. McKenna has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with Toronto.

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Where Does Patrick Kane Fit in Toronto? The Lineup Debate

Where Does Patrick Kane Fit in Toronto? The Lineup Debate

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How Gavin McKenna Is Protected by the Maple Leafs Core

How Gavin McKenna Is Protected by the Maple Leafs Core

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Maple Leafs’ Free Agent Signings Leave One Big Question

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Maple Leafs Re-Sign Vinni Lettieri, Add Three Others

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The Toronto Maple Leafs announced the signings of four players today: forwards Vinni Lettieri and Henrik Rybinski, defenseman Cole McWard, and netminder Samuel Hlavaj.

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Maple Leafs assistant GM addresses Matthew Knies trade speculation

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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Chayka’s New Way of Building & the New Forward Units

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The dust has settled, at least for now, on the busiest stretch of the NHL offseason. Free agency has now settled into a quieter second day. The biggest trades might have already happened, and for the first time in a couple of weeks, it’s possible to step back and look at what the Toronto Maple Leafs have actually built.

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Paul to the Maple Leafs Is OK: Hildeby Might Hurt

Paul to the Maple Leafs Is OK: Hildeby Might Hurt

This is one of those trades where the headline says “depth move,” but the context quietly says something bigger is going on. If you’re a Toronto Maple Leafs fan, there’s a lot of potential to not like this trade down the road.

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Does Penguins' depth addition signal a bigger move on the horizon?

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Leafs fans will love Troy Stecher's message after extension

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Maple Leafs extend qualifying offers to five players, let two RFAs walk

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