On Insider Trading on Tuesday night, or Muzzin Day plus one, the talk turned to the negotiations for the Auston Matthews contract extension.
There have been several reports before now that Matthews and/or the Leafs want a shorter-term deal. This was reiterated again by Bob McKenzie, and he added the following:
“There is reason to believe they are making some notable progress.” He also explained that no public statements have been made by either side, and that there is a chance the deal will get done before the trade deadline, which is February 25.
McKenzie says he thinks an eight-year deal for Matthews would be in the $12.