NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs – Matthews, van Riemsdyk, and Moore

Auston Matthews talking about John Tavares, Maple Leafs captaincy, their depth up the middle, potential wingers, meeting with Mike Babcock, contract status, and his offseason.

Asked if contract talks have started at all:

“Ya, I mean they’ve obviously started. I think it’s not really something that I’m too in tune with. I kind of let my agent, management kind of handle that and focus on my summer, focus on training, getting on the ice and feeling ready for the season.”

Asked if he expects a deal done before the season starts”

“I don’t know. I think they preach patience. Obviously, Kyle and my agent, my team and everything, when it gets done, it gets done. I don’t think anybody is in to big of a…