The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially announced the signing of defenseman Philippe Myers to a two-year contract extension. The deal is worth $1.7 million, with an annual cap hit of $850,000, securing Myers through the 2025-26 and 2026-27 seasons. This move prevents Myers from entering unrestricted free agency next summer.
Myers, 27, has played a more consistent role for the Leafs recently, appearing in 10 of the team’s last 16 games. Paired mainly with Morgan Rielly, Myers has averaged over 17 minutes of ice time per game and shown solid chemistry with his defensive partner. Known for his physical play, he ranks among the team’s leaders in hits per 60 minutes, reinforcing Toronto’s blue line depth.
This extension highlights the Leafs’ confidence in Myers as a reliable option moving forward, particularly as an affordable addition to their defensive cor
ps.
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