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Maple Leafs in Active Talks on Anthony Stolarz Extension, but Deal Not Close

Stolarz says his priority is to be “paid fairly,” reflecting leverage from a breakout season in Toronto.

Overview

  • General manager Brad Treliving confirmed discussions with Stolarz’s camp and said the team would like to find a deal.
  • Insider David Pagnotta reports negotiations are ongoing with plenty of work remaining and that the sides are not close.
  • Kevin Weekes says both parties are leaving no stone unturned as they explore extension frameworks.
  • Stolarz told Leafs Morning Take he wants “just getting paid fairly,” noting belief from the team matters to him.
  • The 31-year-old enters the final year of a two-year, $5 million contract after posting a .926 save percentage and 2.14 GAA in 34 games, with Joseph Woll already under a multi-year deal.