Canucks Forward Reportedly Rejected Bigger Maple Leafs Contract Offer
The Toronto Maple Leafs tried to land Brock Boeser in free agency, offering more money annually than the Vancouver Canucks did right after the market opened on July 1.
Advertisement
Ultimately, Boeser declined the short-term proposal offered by the Leafs and and decided to re-sign with the Canucks on a longer, seven-year deal.
NHL insider Nick Kypreos reported for the Toronto Star that Toronto pivoted to Boeser after missing on Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand and other free agent targets in the Leafs' shortlist.
According to Kypreos, the Leafs offered a higher annual average value than the $7.25 million Boeser accepted from Vancouver, though the contract term was "much shorter."
'The Leafs shifted focus to 30-goal scorer Brock Boeser, who quickly became the one that got away,' Kypreos wrote. 'The word is that the Leafs may have offered a higher annual salary than the $7.25 million that he took to stay with the Vancouver Canucks, but on a much shorter-term deal than the seven years he agreed to.'
Advertisement
Kypreos added that Boeser favored familiarity and long-term security over a chance to play in Toronto alongside Auston Matthews.
'Boeser ultimately chose the longer contract and familiarity with the West Coast over playing on a line with Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies,' Kypreos said.
Vancouver Canucks forward Brock Boeser (6) stretches during warm ups.Bob Frid-Imagn Images
Kypreos' information aligns with the report shared by NHL insider Rick Dhaliwal on Wednesday. According to Dhaliwal, Boeser had multiple offers on the table, one of which would supposedly have come from Toronto.
The Canucks pursued other free agents but, after failing to land them, they called Boeser to offer him a contract extension.
Advertisement
'Brock had options. I've been told he had five serious offers on the table,' Dhaliwal said. 'Then, out of the blue, the Canucks called.'
Boeser admitted he didn't expect that call nor to stay with the Canucks after multiple failed attempts to sign a contract extension throughout last season.
'I definitely didn't think that this was going to happen,' Boeser said. 'A phone call in the last hour changed everything.'
Related: Brock Boeser Was Canucks' Plan B, Claims NHL Insider
Related: Flyers Linked to Canucks Goalie Amid Uncertainty in Net
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Yahoo
Maple Leafs linked to 22-goal forward to help replace Mitch Marner
The Toronto Maple Leafs aren't done. They know that to replace Mitch Marner, they'll need to bring in layers of production from outside the organization. So a week into free agency, Toronto is seeking another forward. Advertisement NHL insider Elliotte Friedman has linked the Maple Leafs to Jack Roslovic. Roslovic is a 28-year old center. He's coming off a 22-goal season with the Carolina Hurricanes, which tied his career high. MORE: Red Wings forward announces shock NHL retirement at age 28 He might not have major upside, but he's a consistent top-nine forward who can add an overall offensive depth to Toronto's roster. Roslovic is certainly one of the few best forward options remaining in unrestricted free agency. If Toronto can't pull this signing off, it may take a trade to improve the forward group. There are possibilities out there for the Maple Leafs to acquire via trade, but it certainly makes sense to try and lock Roslovic down and then potentially supplement with a deal once they know exactly what the rest of the depth chart will look like. Advertisement MORE NHL NEWS:
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
Bruins linked to Connor McDavid and record-setting 7-year contract ahead of pivotal choice
Don't count out anyone when it comes to the possible Connor McDavid sweepstakes of next offseason. If the Edmonton Oilers superstar doesn't sign a new contract after his current deal is up at the end of the 2025-26 season, everyone will be interested. Advertisement The Boston Bruins would certainly be on that list. Bleacher Report sees Boston as a possibility, explaining it like this: Even though they have rapidly arrived in the NHL's mushy middle of mediocrity, the Bruins do not seem prepared to start rebuilding or tearing things down. To be more than what they were this past season and more than what their roster figures to look like this upcoming season, they'll need a game-changing No. 1 center. That has been their biggest need since Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci retired, and the likes of Casey Mittelstadt, Pavel Zacha and Elias Lindholm are not going to satisfy it. McDavid obviously would. The Bruins are in a big market and are an Original Six franchise that still has eyes on winning. That could potentially be appealing to McDavid. The Bruins are listed last on the B/R list. They're probably a bit of a long shot compared to a team like the Maple Leafs or Rangers. MORE: Red Wings forward announces shock NHL retirement at age 28 But there will likely be a number of factors at play here. McDavid will surely get a record-setting contract, potentially of the max seven-year variety (or eight years in a sign-and-trade). He'll have to make the huge choice to leave Edmonton, of course. But if he does that, anything could happen, even a joining with the Bruins. Advertisement MORE NHL NEWS:
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Yahoo
Kraken Sign Tye Kartye To Two-Year Extension
Seattle Kraken forward Tye Kartye (12) skates with puck against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Simon Fearn-Imagn Images The Seattle Kraken have signed forward Tye Kartye to a two-year, $1.25M AAV contract extension. The 24-year-old undrafted winger struggled in his sophomore season, scoring six goals and 13 points in 63 games, a step down statistically from his rookie season, where he scored 11 goals and 20 points in 77 games. Advertisement While his offensive numbers were down, his overall effect on the game significantly dropped off. He was a physical presence and a hound on the forecheck in his rookie year, but struggled to replicate it during the 2024-25 campaign. The two-year extension should serve as both a sign of faith that the Kraken believe he can re-find his level, but also as a confidence boost. If Kartye can be effective in the bottom six, the Kraken become a much harder team to beat. Under HC Lane Lambert, the Kraken are expected to be a defence-first team, and it should play right into the strengths of Kartye. Following Kartye's extension, the Kraken have Kaapo Kakko and Ryker Evans left to work out contract extensions with. Advertisement Stay updated with the most interesting Kraken stories, analysis, breaking news and more! Tap the star to add us to your favourites on Google News to never miss a story. Kraken Sign Eighth Overall Pick Jake O'Brien To An Entry-Level Contact Kraken Sign Eighth Overall Pick Jake O'Brien To An Entry-Level Contact The tradition continues as the Seattle Kraken have signed 2025 first-round pick Jake O'Brien to a three-year, entry-level contract ($975,000 AAV) after the conclusion of the Stucky Cup.
