There were reports earlier this week that the Maple Leafs had started extension talks with goaltender Jack Campbell. However, his agent Kurt Overhardt told Postmedia’s Michael Traikos that no such discussions have taken place.
"That’s so inaccurate. I can tell you that there’s been no material discussions (with the Leafs)," Overhardt said. "Jack just wants to play hockey. That’s it."
The 29-year-old is in the second and final season of a deal that pays $1.65M, a bargain considering he has posted a 2.16 goals-against average with a .923 save percentage since coming over in a trade from Los Angeles back in February of last year. The Kings made that move in part to open up a spot for Calvin Petersen. Interestingly enough, Petersen’s recent contract — a three-year, $15M pact — might be an attainable contract for Campbell. But with Toronto’s cap situation, it’s unlikely the Maple Leafs will be able to afford to bring him back at a price tag anywhere near that amount.
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