Toronto Maple Leafs Among Frontrunners to Land KHL's Newest Sensation
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The Toronto Maple Leafs, alongside three other teams, are reportedly front-runners to sign one of the best players in the KHL.
Maple Leafs In the Running to Land Top KHL Player
The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking at every possible avenues to bolster their lineup, and it appears that they are in a great position to get a top talent in Russia, sccording to his agent.
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Maxim Tsyplakov is currently drawing a lot of interest from NHL teams. This season, he tallied 32 points in 48 games.
Per his agent, #Yotes, #NHLBruins, #LeafsForever and #LGRW showing interest in #Spartak Maxim Tsyplakov.
They'll make a decision on where he continues his career at the end of the season.
➡️ 22G 10A 32 PTS in 48 GP #SPR #KHL
These statistics are quite impressive, especially considering the KHL's caliber. To put this in perspective,
Artemi Panarin scored 62 points in 54 games in his final KHL season. He wont on to score 77 in his first NHL campaign.
Maple Leafs Looking for Cheap Contracts
Nylander's massive eight-year, $11.5 million AAV deal eats up a significant portion of the Leafs' salary cap. They're now forced to explore cheaper options to add depth.
Do you think the Maxim Tsyplakov will join the Maple Leafs?
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10 JANVIER | 283 ANSWERS Toronto Maple Leafs Among Frontrunners to Land KHL's Newest Sensation Do you think the Maxim Tsyplakov will join the Maple Leafs? |
Yes | 142 | 50.2 % |
No | 141 | 49.8 % |
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