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Maple Leafs Bring Back James Reimer on PTO After Woll’s Leave

The 37-year-old returns on a tryout to provide experienced cover during Joseph Woll’s indefinite personal leave.

Overview

  • Toronto announced the professional tryout for James Reimer on Friday, reuniting the veteran goaltender with the club that drafted him in 2006.
  • With Woll away, Anthony Stolarz is expected to carry the starting load as the organization seeks depth behind limited NHL experience in the pipeline.
  • Reimer split last season between Buffalo and Anaheim, appearing in 24 games with a 10-10-2 record, a .896 save percentage and a 3.04 goals-against average.
  • The tryout offers short-term insurance and could lead to a one-year deal depending on performance and evolving roster needs.
  • Reimer previously played 207 regular-season games for Toronto from 2010 to 2016, including starting the team’s 2013 first-round playoff series against Boston.