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Max Pacioretty Interested In Extension With Maple Leafs

June 10, 2025 at 2:38 pm CDT | by Josh Erickson 10 Comments

June 10: Despite concerns raised earlier in the spring, it appears there’s progress toward a reunion between Pacioretty and Toronto. He’s “leaning toward a return after the Leafs expressed considerable interest in keeping him following a terrific postseason,” James Mirtle of The Athletic wrote yesterday. Whether that means a guaranteed contract or another PTO agreement while the Leafs figure out some salary cap considerations remains to be seen.

May 20: Veteran winger Max Pacioretty will become an unrestricted free agent again this summer after completing a one-year deal with the Maple Leafs. Whether he intends to sign another deal remains to be seen. He told reporters today, including Pierre LeBrun of TSN and The Athletic, that he isn’t sure if he’ll entertain the idea of an 18th NHL season.

The 36-year-old called this season a “very difficult” one for him due to being away from his family. The Connecticut native still managed to put together a second partial season in a row after undergoing three surgeries on his Achilles tendon in 2022 and 2023.

A training-camp catch-on after inking a tryout with the Leafs, Pacioretty was limited to 13 points in 37 regular-season contests because of various injuries unrelated to his Achilles issues. That didn’t stop him from being one of the most effective producers of the postseason, though. He ranked fourth on the Leafs in playoff scoring despite serving as a scratch for a pair of games in the first round, tallying three goals and five assists for eight points in 11 appearances, including the series-clincher in Game 6 over Ottawa. He did so while averaging just 12:51 per game, the lowest of anybody in the playoffs with multiple games played and at least 0.7 points per game.

Pacioretty, a slam-dunk 30-goal scorer in his prime, will likely get at least a few offers if he’s open to continuing his career. It’s unclear if Toronto would be interested in re-upping him, but it appears the feeling isn’t mutual, even if they did.

He’s still clicking at a 35-point pace per 82 games since resuming his career with the Capitals in 2023-24 following the Achilles tears. He doesn’t have the shooting talent he once did, finishing at just 5.5% over the last two campaigns, but he’s carved out a more physical checking role for himself in a team’s middle six while still managing to contribute some offense.

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  1. RedFeather

    2 months ago

    Sign a one year deal with the Blues and go win a cup next year.

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  2. denny816

    2 months ago

    Always figured he’d end up playing at least 1 year with his childhood faves NYR but it seems like the time might be passed now.

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    • DED

      2 months ago

      You’re probably right, but Drury has shown a willingness to sign older vets to cheap contracts (right or wrong).

      Questions to be answered:
      1) Does Pacioretty have gas in the tank?
      2) Will he be healthy enough to play?
      3) How much cap space does Drury have to work with?
      4) Is there a slot for him on the roster?

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    • frozenaquatic

      2 months ago

      He would be great for the Rangers in the playoffs (if they can make the playoffs).

      Reply
    • bigdaddyt

      2 months ago

      5 through 8) who cares about his regular season he’s a beast when it matters

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    • letsgonats

      2 months ago

      except last year with Capitals

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  3. aka.nda

    2 months ago

    I loved what he brought to the ice in the playoffs. Great confidence with the puck and tons of creativity creating space and chances. I thought he was their best player.

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  4. bluejays92

    2 months ago

    It was really weird seeing him in the blue and white but he was a good performer here in the playoffs. If this was his last go around he should feel good about his play.

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  5. SparkytheGoldenSeals

    2 months ago

    LOL. He’s played 89 games in the last three seasons, He’s simply trying to get to a 1,000 career games, He’s not fooling anyone. Again, LOL.

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    • Retire Cash's #12

      2 months ago

      Wilf!!

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