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Details Reveal That Auston Matthew's Is Screwing Over The Leafs

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Austin Sabourin
August 24, 2023 (10:13 PM)

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Auston Matthews' signature on a new four-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs is making waves in the sports world. The team made the announcement on Twitter, revealing that Matthews is set to pocket around $13.25 million annually, a record-breaking sum in the NHL.

What truly grabs attention is the innovative structure of the deal, which heavily emphasizes substantial signing bonuses. The contract's breakdown, shared by PuckPedia, adds a layer of complexity:

Year 1: $775K Salary, $15.925M Signing Bonus
Year 2: $775K Salary, $14.425M SB
Year 3: $900K Salary, $10.18M SB
Year 4: $900K Salary, $9.12M SB
Includes full No Move Clause

These distinctive details are creating a buzz and could have notable implications for the Maple Leafs in the years ahead.

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