In Toronto, John Tavares backed up his commitment with a significant action, securing a tremendous advantage for his hometown team.
While other Toronto Maple Leafs players have certainly declared their affection for the city and allegiance to the club, it`s rare to see a star athlete forgo millions of dollars, as Tavares did on Friday. His decision was clearly aimed at completing the team`s objective and providing the front office with the necessary financial flexibility.
Just four days ahead of becoming an unrestricted free agent, the player ranked 67th in NHL history for career points signed a four-year extension featuring a salary cap hit of a team-friendly $4.38 million per year.
General Manager Brad Treliving might well consider June 27th a permanent “Black Friday” from now on.
Because when such an exceptional discount is available, you seize the opportunity immediately and celebrate the outcome.
