Breaking: Former Leafs Player Leaves the NHL
A former Toronto Maple Leaf is now taking his skills abroad, away from the NHL.
Leivo Signs Deal with Russian Team
Recent updates confirm that Josh Leivo, previously with the Toronto Maple Leafs, has now finalized a deal with Salavat from the KHL.
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Josh Leivo signs one-year contract with Salavat.
Toronto Maple Leafs initially drafted Leivo in the third round of the 2011 NHL draft. He showcased his talents with the Leafs for parts of six seasons. During the 2018-19 season, he joined the Canucks, where he had a personal best, playing 76 games and scoring 24 points.
In the following season, he scored 19 points in 36 games. Over recent years, Leivo has shuffled between teams like the Flames, Hurricanes, and Blues. He's often viewed as a player exceeding AHL standards but hasn't quite found a consistent footing in the NHL.
Leivo is now set to begin anew in Russia, potentially aiming to secure an NHL contract for the 2024-25 season.
As seen on Hockey Patrol - BREAKING: Former Maple Leaf Officially Leaves The NHL
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15 SEPTEMBRE | 26 ANSWERS Breaking: Former Leafs Player Leaves the NHL Do you think Leivo will be back in the NHL as a coach? | ||
| Yes | 3 | 11.5 % |
| No | 23 | 88.5 % |
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