Kevin Weekes Reveals What's Really Happening Between Anthony Stolarz and the Leafs
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Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz is in the market for a new contract, and Kevin Weekes seems to have the inside scoop on what is to happen next.
Anthony Stolarz is fresh off the best season of his NHL career, and as a result, Maple Leafs fans want him to stick around for a while.
Overall, Stolarz is deserving of a contract, but there is no telling what both sides want. They have entered negotiations, but neither side has gotten any closer.
With the season about to begin, it seems pretty clear that Stolarz and Joseph Woll will split the games. This dynamic could be the decider in how much the goalie makes.
Anthony Stolarz and the Toronto Maple Leafs
Having said that, fans are eager for updates. They don't want things to get bitter. Instead, they want everything to be squared away relatively quickly.
According to Kevin Weekes, both sides are in the process of "leaving no stone unturned." This means all of the options are being explored.
In speaking to involved parties, I'm told both sides are leaving no stone unturned in their discussions towards a potential extension for G Stolarz who was among the Top 5 for several goaltender metrics the last 2 seasons.
Ultimately, Stolarz is probably looking for a four-year deal, and perhaps upwards of $6 million per season.
After the deal for Spencer Knight, it is very clear that the market for goalies is ratcheting up, and these guys are about to be worth a lot of money.
If you are a Maple Leafs fan, you are hoping for Stolarz to get what he deserves, but you are also hoping for some caution.
Only time will tell whether or not Anthony Stolarz can truly be the answer to this team's success.
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