Chris Johnston: Tyler Bertuzzi is headed to free agency on July 1st
LATEST: Toronto Maple Leafs Forward Tyler Bertuzzi is expected to test free agency on July 1st, according to a new report.
Reported by NHL insider Chris Johnston, Bertuzzi is expected to seek free agency for his new contract, but doesn't preclude him from potentially returning to Toronto.
Johnston also reports that there is uncertainty on fellow UFA Max Domi, who's status looks unclear with Domi's insistence of gaining some term.
"It sounds like Tyler Bertuzzi is likely to test the market at this point. Not exactly clear on Max Domi. There's sort of mixed signals there... he's looking for some security, right? I would think it would take a 3, maybe 4-year deal at minimum to compel him to sign before July 1st."
Both Bertuzzi and Domi could both still stay in Toronto, but would have to fork over some length in order to appease the free agents.
Bertuzzi, 29, had 21 goals, 22 assists & 43 points in 80 games for the Maple Leafs this past season. Bertuzzi also had a goal and 4 points in Toronto's playoff run.
Domi, 29, The son of former Leaf fan favorite Tie Domi, had 9 goals, 38 assists & 47 points in 80 games for Toronto. Domi had a goal and 4 points during the playoffs for the Leafs.
Source : The Chris Johnston Show
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