Toronto Maple Leafs Get More Bad News Regarding Matthew Knies
Matthew Knies and the Toronto Maple Leafs are negotiating a new contract, although it is not going as everyone wanted it to.
Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies was sensational this season in Toronto as he was just one goal shy of a 30-goal campaign.
It was just his sophomore season, and this summer, he is officially a restricted free agent, which means teams can offer sheet him. Of course, the Leafs want to avoid this like the plague.
So far, both sides have engaged in contract talks, but so far, nothing has actually materialized. This has led to some fears that a deal isn't even close to becoming a reality.
Unfortunately, these fears were confirmed by reporter Nick Alberga, who revealed that both sides are far apart in their figures and term.
However, both sides have engaged in contract talks, but so far, nothing has actually materialized. Whether or not this comes true is another story entirely.
With the #NHL Draft just around the corner & July 1st looming, I'm told the Leafs & Matthew Knies are currently far apart in contract talks.
That said, both sides remain optimistic on finding common ground in the coming weeks.
That said, both sides remain optimistic on finding common ground in the coming weeks.
The Maple Leafs have been in this situation before with numerous stars from the past, like Mitch Marner and William Nylander.
Matthew Knies and the Toronto Maple Leafs
If the Toronto Maple Leafs cannot get something done here, and an opposing team gets Knies to sign an offer sheet, things could get catastrophic.
The forward has the potential to be a true star and one of the top power forwards in the entire NHL. With that in mind, the Leafs need to be careful.
If they aren't, then they could end up overpaying, or they could lose a player for a plethora of draft picks who might not pan out.
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