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6d ago

Maple Leafs Sign Dennis Hildeby to Three-Year Deal as Stolarz Extension Talks Begin

The low‑AAV contract, two‑way for two seasons before a one‑way final year, underscores a development plan that keeps the 24‑year‑old behind Anthony Stolarz and Joseph Woll.

Dennis Hildeby, Toronto Maple Leafs (Photo by Mark Blinch/NHLI via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Hildeby’s extension carries an $841,667 AAV, with two‑way status in 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 and a one‑way year in 2027‑28.
  • The move ends Toronto’s outstanding RFA business and positions Hildeby to start with the AHL Marlies as the primary NHL recall.
  • GM Brad Treliving confirmed extension discussions with Anthony Stolarz have been underway, keeping the NHL tandem with Joseph Woll intact for now.
  • Hildeby logged six NHL starts last season (3‑3‑0, 3.33 GAA, .878 SV%) and owns a 2.53 GAA and .909 save percentage across 73 AHL games.
  • With veteran Matt Murray gone, the structure provides depth and roster flexibility as Toronto manages near‑term needs and longer‑term succession in goal.