BREAKING NEWS: Toronto Maple Leafs Sign Defenseman Philippe Myers to Two-Year, $1.7 Million Contract Extension
The Toronto Maple Leafs have announced a two-year contract extension for defenseman Philippe Myers, valued at $1.7 million. The deal, which carries an average annual value (AAV) of $850,000, will keep the 27-year-old blueliner with the team through the 2026-27 NHL season. Myers, a native of Moncton, New Brunswick, has contributed two assists in 11 games this season, averaging 17:08 minutes of ice time per game. citeturn0search0turn0search1
Standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 219 pounds, Myers brings a physical presence to the Leafs’ defensive lineup. He has previously played for the Philadelphia Flyers, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Nashville Predators, accumulating 38 points (eight goals, 30 assists) over 169 career NHL games. Internationally, Myers has represented Canada at the 2017 IIHF World Junior Championship and the 2019 IIHF World Championship, earning silver medals at both tournaments. citeturn0search0
The signing of Myers provides the Maple Leafs with a reliable depth option on defense, reinforcing their blue line as they continue to pursue success in the upcoming seasons.
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