Anthony Mantha won’t be back with the Vegas Golden Knights next 12 months
TSN: Catherine Savoie of RDS was told by Anthony Mantha, that he was told by the Vegas Golden Knights that he wasn’t going to be re-signed by the team.
The 29-year-old carried a $5.7 million cap hit within the last 12 months of his four-year deal.
The Golden Knights have $6.2 million in projected salary cap space with 20 players and that’s including LTIR relief.
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Could Patrick Kane turn out to be an option for the Vegas Golden Knights?
Jason Pothier of Sin Bin: If the Vegas Golden Knights aren’t in a position to re-sign forward Jonathan Marchessault, Patrick Kane could also be an option for the Golden Knights. They’ll need to seek out a middle-six forward and someone for his or her power-play.
Mark Giordano desires to play next season but will it’s with the Leafs? UFA and RFA Leafs notes
Kevin McGran of The Toronto Star: 40-year-old Mark Giordano intends to play next season, but it surely’s not known if the Toronto Maple Leafs will want him back. He played in 46 regular games last season but he didn’t play in any playoff games.
“Mark has made the choice that he’s playing for just a few more years,” said his agent, Wealthy Winter. “He feels very confident. He’s been talking to a variety of individuals who tell him: Don’t quit until they make you.”
Winter wouldn’t comment on if there are any talks with the Leafs.
The Maple Leafs need to seek out a goaltender to play with Joseph Woll. Ilya Samsonov won’t be back, and Martin Jones and Matt Murray are expected to check free agency.
Forwards Max Domi and Tyler Bertuzzi hope to get a long-term contract from the Leafs.
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The Maple Leafs could have to make a decision by June thirtieth in the event that they wish to qualify Timothy Liljegren, Connor Dewar, Nick Robertson and Noah Gregor. Liljegren could be owed a $1.5 million qualifying offer. Dewar is available in at $892,500, with Robertson and Gregor at $813,750
