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Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Ryan Reaves joins the San Jose Sharks, reflecting on a painful Toronto Maple Leafs exit
Ryan Reaves joins the San Jose Sharks, reflecting on a painful Toronto Maple Leafs exit (Image Via Twitter) When the seasoned forward was placed with the Toronto Marlies in the AHL, he knew his spot in the Leafs lineup was, alas, no longer there. That trade was the turning point for Ryan Reaves, now 37, who left for his seventh NHL destination: the San Jose Sharks. This trade became another notch on the belt for the 37-year-old veteran. Ryan Reaves asked for a trade after losing his spot on the Maple Leafs' roster — Leafslatest (@Leafslatest) Ryan Reaves talked openly about his departure from Toronto. After being called down to the AHL late in the 2023-24 season, he felt the end was near for him with the Maple Leafs. In a podcast, Reaves lamented that reduced minutes and the gut-wrenching demotion placed in stark terms that the former Leaf could never suit up for the Leafs again. Upon realizing this, he approached general manager Brad Treliving and discussed a trade, which was agreed upon by both parties as the best option. The Sharks procured Reaves in a swap for developer Henry Thrun. Reaves is a seasoned veteran with the baggage of some 912 regular-season games at the NHL level with 137 points, and well over 1,100 minutes in penalties. He has also played in 113 playoff games, including the Stanley Cup Final in 2018 with the Vegas Golden Knights. Given his grit and leadership, Reaves could serve as a mentor to the Sharks' young core. Ryan Reaves praises Leafs despite his unsatisfactory exit Dakota Blue ft. Ryan Reaves He spoke positively of his experience in Toronto despite the way things ended. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Launch in Chennai - 2/3 Apartments by Brigade Group Brigade Morgan Heights Click Here Undo He said that the Maple Leafs organization is one of the best that he had ever been involved with, citing the professionalism with which it was run and how well it treated its players. He thanked everybody for giving him the opportunity to wear a Leafs jersey, play in a historic arena, and bask in the glory of great fans. Reaves was more of a locker room presence, and that presence will be instrumental in San Jose, where the team's rebuilding attempt might need some veterans who will bring some hard-nosed edge to the club. Crossing over to the San Jose Sharks, Reaves is striding towards more than just another suit. As he embraces this new assignment with the fine qualifications of a mature man, the NHLer gives thanks for the journey gone by and turns to what awaits in front of him. Also Read: Matthew Tkachuk and Ellie Connell start a new chapter: their fairytale wedding celebration FAQ's Q1. Why was Ryan Reaves traded from the Maple Leafs? Ans- Ryan Reaves lost his place on the team, and having been sent down to the AHL, he asked for a trade. Q2. Which team did he join? Ans- The San Jose Sharks are in exchange for Henry Thrun. Q3. What did Ryan Reaves say about the Leafs? Ans- He regarded them as the best-managed team he had ever played for. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
'I Just Thought This Wasn't A Good Fit': Ryan Reaves Reflects On Maple Leafs Tenure And Why He Wanted Out Of Toronto
Ryan Reaves appreciated that Toronto Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving found him a new home. The 38-year-old forward was traded by the Leafs to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday in exchange for defenseman Henry Thrun. During a Zoom call on Friday, Reaves told reporters he expressed a desire for a change of scenery during his year-end meeting with the club.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Grading Ryan Reaves trade between Maple Leafs, Sharks
The post Grading Ryan Reaves trade between Maple Leafs, Sharks appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Toronto Maple Leafs traded Ryan Reaves to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday, in exchange for Henry Thrun. Reaves is 38 years old, and has played over 900 NHL games across 15 years. The forward has spent the last two seasons with the Maple Leafs, and has one year remaining on his contract, at $1.35 million. Thrun, on the other hand, is a 24-year-old left-handed defenseman. Thrun has spent the last two seasons with the Sharks, since making the jump to professional hockey from the NCAA. He has one year remaining on his contract at a $1 million cap hit. Below is a look at what each team is getting with the trade. Why the Maple Leafs moved Ryan Reaves Signed in 2023, Reaves was brought to Toronto to help add some physicality and toughness down the lineup. While he won't provide any offense, Reaves is a hard-hitting, fourth-line forward who adds an intimidation factor. With the Maple Leafs though, Reaves struggled to be a consistent member of the lineup. The forward played just 84 games with the team over his time in Toronto and ended up on waivers last season. As a result, he wasn't likely to factor into the team's plans heading into the 2025-26 season. With Reaves unlikely to crack the lineup, there was a good chance he was going to end up in the AHL this season. However, his cap hit was too high to bury, meaning the Maple Leafs would still have a bit of it counted towards the salary cap regardless. In trading Reaves, the Maple Leafs shed a bit of salary, and part with a forward who wasn't likely to have much of a role this season. How Ryan Reaves helps the Sharks While Reaves may not have factored into the Maple Leafs' plans, he could get a better opportunity in San Jose. Whereas the Maple Leafs are still trying to contend, the Sharks are clearly building for the future. While the Sharks are putting the pieces together to be a powerhouse down the road, they're still a very young team. With the likes of Macklin Celebrini, William Eklund and Will Smith leading the way, adding Reaves gives the team's young stars a bit of protection. Plus, the Sharks aren't really concerned about salary cap implications at this point. In fact, the focus is more so on making sure they reach the cap floor than the cap ceiling. So Reaves' $1.35M cap hit really doesn't have any negative consequences. As it stands, the Sharks' bottom-six also wasn't poised to create much offense anyways. Bringing Reaves into the lineup doesn't necessarily take away much in the form of scratching someone else. Ultimately, if Reaves can make the Sharks a bit tougher to play against, then he'll have done his job in San Jose. Why the Sharks moved Henry Thrun On the surface, this trade could be a bit of a head-scratcher for the Sharks. They're parting with a 24-year-old defender with some upside for a fourth-line, 38-year-old forward who won't produce. At the same time, like Reaves in Toronto, Thrun likely didn't factor into his team's plans. He's gotten an opportunity to solidify a spot for himself in San Jose over the last couple seasons, but the results were mixed. Thrun didn't necessarily take major offensive steps and couldn't establish a big role on a weak blue line. This offseason, the Sharks brought in some veterans. The team signed Dmitry Orlov and John Klingberg, and then claimed Nick Leddy off waivers. Meanwhile, Mario Ferraro and Timothy Liljegren will also return, taking two of the remaining spots on the blue line, and Vincent Desharnais remains under contract. Plus, the Sharks have several other young defensemen who will be looking for a larger role. Jack Thompson and Shakir Mukhamadullin both played 30 games with the Sharks last season, and will be vying for regular playing time. Sam Dickinson also likely isn't far off from making the jump to the NHL. So while Thrun certainly has more upside than Reaves, he wasn't likely to get much of a role in San Jose. How Henry Thrun helps the Maple Leafs The Maple Leafs' blue line is already set, but Thrun can act as a seventh or eighth defender. Plus, at just 24 years old, there's the chance he can still grow his game. While it seems less likely that he'll be an impact defender, if there's an injury on the blue line, he could potentially get an opportunity. On the flip side, he comes with a slightly cheaper cap hit. At just $1 million, it's a bit lower than Reaves' number and Thrun is a more likely bet to take a roster spot than Reaves would have been. Plus, if Thrun ends up not factoring into the team's NHL roster, the Maple Leafs would be able to bury the full cap hit. As a result, both from an upside and salary basis, the deal makes sense for the team. Trade Grades While neither team is getting substantial value from the trade, it's a move that works for both sides. For the Sharks, they get a player in Reaves who can add a different element to their forward group. He won't factor in long-term, but can help to protect to Sharks' young stars. San Jose Sharks Grade: B For the Maple Leafs, they move on from a player who likely wouldn't have cracked the roster. Meanwhile, they get back a cheaper, younger defender who could still possibly grow his game in the coming years. Toronto Maple Leafs Grade: B+ Related: Grading Matt Dumba trade between Stars, Penguins
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Chargers place WR Mike Williams on Pup List 'The Insiders'
Sharks General Manager Grier Discusses New Acquisitions, Sets Expectations For Next Season Mike Grier spoke with the media after the San Jose Sharks acquired Ryan Reaves and Jeff Skinner earlier this week. The Sharks' general manager has high expectations for both of the acquisitions, but also for the team as a whole this coming season. 2:20 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Sharks' Ryan Reaves Breaks Silence After Maple Leafs Exit
Sharks' Ryan Reaves Breaks Silence After Maple Leafs Exit originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Ryan Reaves spoke for the first time since his overnight trade to the San Jose Sharks and revealed how the Leafs arrived at the final decision to move the veteran enforcer. Advertisement According to Reaves, Toronto's front office didn't initiate the move. It was actually Reaves who put the wheels in motion and pushed for a split after a season he described as frustrating and a bad fit for him. 'I just thought that this wasn't obviously a good fit,' Reaves said Friday. 'I'm assuming [Leafs general manager Brad Treliving] probably thought the same after putting me on waivers and sending me to the minors. 'Just thought it was kind of time to part ways.' Toronto signed Reaves to a three-year, $4.05 million contract in 2023, hoping the veteran winger would bring size, grit, and leadership to the team. Advertisement After a knee injury and a rocky start to the 2024–25 season, Reaves became a regular scratch and was sent to the AHL in March. At the end of the campaign, Reaves had posted just two assists over 35 regular-season games with the Leafs. 'I think there was just a lack of trust very early in the season,' Reaves said. 'It just kind of looked like if I had one bad game, I was out of the lineup for four, five, six, seven, eight, nine games. I'd come back in, have a good game, but then be taken right back out.' Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Ryan Reaves (75) warms up before playing an NHL LeClaire-Imagn Images Now with the rebuilding Sharks, the 38-year-old said the change will give him a shot at getting more playing time as he aims to reach the 1,000-game milestone, being just 88 games shy of it. Advertisement 'I still want to play,' Reaves said. 'I would love to be able to hold on for another two years and hit that (milestone), then ride into the sunset.' Reaves also clarified his recent criticism of Toronto fans, and despite acknowledging the city's intense pressure on the franchise and its players, he called Toronto 'a first-class organization.' Related: Ryan Reaves Calls Out 'Ruthless' Maple Leafs Fans After Mitch Marner's Exit Related: Erik Karlsson-Maple Leafs Link 'More Than Just Hearsay,' Claims NHL Insider This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
