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Lightning's Gourde Deal Could Force Leafs to Rethink Tavares

6/5/2025

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The Tampa Bay Lightning have secured 33-year-old Yanni Gourde with a six-year contract, valuing long-term potential at a $2.3 million cap hit. This bold move may encourage the Toronto Maple Leafs to rethink their approach with John Tavares, possibly slashing his hefty $11 million salary to a more manageable $5.5-$6 million for financial stability.

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The Tampa Bay Lightning have secured 33-year-old Yanni Gourde with a six-year contract, valuing long-term potential at a $2.3 million cap hit. This bold move may encourage the Toronto Maple Leafs to rethink their approach with John Tavares, possibly slashing his hefty $11 million salary to a more manageable $5.5-$6 million for financial stability.