John Tavares has renewed his contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs. However, there are reports that Tavares is entering the final year of his contract and that contract extension talks have not yet begun ¹.
Tavares has expressed his desire to remain with the Maple Leafs, indicating that he loves playing for the team and appreciates the opportunity to represent his hometown ¹. However, it’s unclear whether the two sides will agree on an extension, as Tavares’ production has declined and he is set to become a free agent after the 2024-25 season ².
The Maple Leafs’ general manager, Brad Treliving, has stated that the team needs to “keep pushing forward and keep getting better,” suggesting that roster changes may be on the horizon ³. As of now, Tavares’ future with the Maple Leafs remains uncertain.