Overview

• Toronto announced Reimer’s release on Oct. 6 ahead of the 5 p.m. ET roster and salary-cap deadline.
• The decision came hours after the Maple Leafs claimed goaltender Cayden Primeau off waivers from Montreal.
• Reimer joined on a professional tryout on Sept. 26 following Joseph Woll’s personal leave from the team.
• In his most recent preseason appearance, Reimer allowed four goals on 28 shots in a 6–5 loss to Detroit.
• Reimer, 37, is now an unrestricted free agent and is seeking another NHL opportunity, according to Darren Dreger.