Auston Matthews' chances of staying with Maple Leafs revealed by Elliotte Friedman
Auston Matthews' future with the Toronto Maple Leafs remains uncertain as he has two years left on his contract. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman suggests that Matthews is likely to stay with the team for the 2026-27 season. While there is speculation about a potential trade, it appears that Matthews himself has not indicated a desire to leave.
- ▪Auston Matthews has two years remaining on his current contract with the Maple Leafs.
- ▪Elliotte Friedman believes Matthews will not play for any team other than Toronto in the upcoming season.
- ▪There are no active rumors regarding the Maple Leafs shopping Matthews at this time.
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| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 10:48:05 +0000 |
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