Teams had until Friday evening to make decisions on arbitration-eligible players, but in Toronto's case, the decisions weren't too difficult. Stroman, Carrera and Loup were no-brainers, and while Barney's salary may be a little higher than anticipated, it wouldn't be high enough to compel the club to part ways with a key depth piece.
In mid-January, teams and unsigned arbitration-eligible players will exchange 2017 salary figures. The following month, an independant arbiter will hear both sides, then pick one of the two figures as the appropriate salary. Until the time a hearing starts, teams and players can avoid the process by agreeing to a deal.