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James Reimer Returns to Maple Leafs on Tryout

9/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

James Reimer signed a professional tryout with the Toronto Maple Leafs, returning to the club to compete for a backup role.
The 37-year-old previously played for the Toronto Maple Leafs from 2010 to 2016, posting 85-76-23 with a .914 save percentage.
Last season, he split 24 games between Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks, going 10-10-2 with a 3.04 goals-against average.

History

Historical Context

The Toronto Maple Leafs traded goaltender James Reimer to the San Jose Sharks in 2016, part of a broader rebuilding strategy initiated by president Brendan Shanahan after a dismal 2014-15 season. Reimer's return in 2023 underscores the franchise's ongoing quest for stability in goal, reflecting historical challenges in securing reliable goaltending since their last Stanley Cup win in 1967.

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Story summary

James Reimer signed a professional tryout with the Toronto Maple Leafs, returning to the club to compete for a backup role.
The 37-year-old previously played for the Toronto Maple Leafs from 2010 to 2016, posting 85-76-23 with a .914 save percentage.
Last season, he split 24 games between Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks, going 10-10-2 with a 3.04 goals-against average.

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