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Sights and Sounds From Day 1 of Toronto Maple Leafs Camp

By Jeremy Ridgewell

UNIONDALE, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 28: John Tavares #91 of the Toronto Maple Leafs faces the media prior to the game against the New York Islanders at NYCB Live's Nassau Coliseum on February 28, 2019 in Uniondale City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
UNIONDALE, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 28: John Tavares #91 of the Toronto Maple Leafs faces the media prior to the game against the New York Islanders at NYCB Live's Nassau Coliseum on February 28, 2019 in Uniondale City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) /
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Apr 9, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) looks on during warm up before a game against the Montreal Canadiens at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
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John Tavares

When asked about the possibility of playing with Nick Robertson, Tavares said he would enjoy playing with him. He says Robertson is one of those guys looking to earn a spot on the team and has the tools to do it. Regarding his thoughts on the Dubas contract situation, he’s treating it the same as if a player was on an expiring contract.

Auston Matthews

With Nathan MacKinnon recently signed to an eight-year contract worth $12.6 million a season that starts next season, Matthews got asked if he’s given any thought to his next contract. He gave the expected stock answer.

Matthews made it clear that he loves playing in Toronto, loves the city, and considers Toronto his home. He informed the media that he’ not going to answer questions about his contract through the season.

Mitch Marner

Mitch Marner says that players and management share the same confidence in this group, and it’s time for the players to do their part. When asked about Sandin missing camp due to contract negotiations, Marner said he supports Sandin.

Marner is excited to get camp started and work on improving from last season. He likes the depth that Dubas added and is looking forward to getting to know his new teammates.

William Nylander

With an opening on his line with Tavares, Nylander said he’s not worried about who joins the second line. Whoever it is, he’s sure that Tavares and himself will do everything they can to help that player. Nylander says he has faith in his teammates and the management staff. He says the Dubas contract will sort itself out.

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