Insider provides update on Luke Schenn negotiations
As the Leafs and Brad Treliving attempt to negotiate contract extensions with Auston Matthews and William Nylander, they are also trying to re-sign a few of their pending UFAs. One of those UFAs is Luke Schenn, who indicated that he'd like to remain in Toronto. The question is what will it cost the Leafs?
With July 1st fast approaching, it seemed like Schenn would be hitting the open market, however that may not be the case. On Insider Trading today, Pierre LeBrun reported that Treliving and Schenn's camp continue to have discussions about an extension for the 33-year-old, former fifth overall pick.
Schenn was acquired by Kyle Dubas for a third round pick and played well above what anyone expected. When he was acquired, he was supposed to be brought in to solidify the third pair, but instead ended up playing on the top pair with Morgan Rielly at the end of the season and throughout the playoffs. Playing with Schenn, we saw the best hockey Rielly has played in a Leafs uniform in the playoffs as Schenn provided stability, reliability and a physical presence to allow Rielly to play a more offensive game.
Had Schenn not vaulted himself onto the top pair, a new deal would have been much cheaper for the Leafs. Now, however, it will likely cost the Leafs up to $2M per season to retain Schenn's services. Although July 1st is just over 48 hours away, there is a good chance we see Schenn back in blue and white next season as the two sides remain focused on hammering out a deal.
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JUIN 29 | 461 ANSWERS Insider provides update on Luke Schenn negotiations Will the Leafs and Schenn come to terms on an extension before July 1st? | ||
| Yes | 367 | 79.6 % |
| No | 94 | 20.4 % |
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