Maple Leafs Secure Jake McCabe with Five-Year Extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed defenseman Jake McCabe to a five-year contract, keeping him off the free agent market and securing his role in the team's defensive lineup.

Jake McCabe's new contract with the Maple Leafs is valued at $23.5 million, with an average annual value of $4.51 million.
The deal includes deferred money for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons, impacting the salary cap differently than the AAV suggests.
McCabe has been a key defensive player for the Leafs, averaging over 20 minutes per game and contributing both offensively and defensively.
Since joining the Maple Leafs from the Chicago Blackhawks in February 2023, McCabe has consistently demonstrated strong performance metrics.
The Maple Leafs now have $66.23 million allocated to 15 players for the next season, with significant cap space available for additional roster moves.