Maple Leafs Sign James Reimer to Three-Year Deal

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Thursday that they have signed goaltender James Reimer to a three-year contract extension worth $5.4 million. The deal averages out to $1.8 million per season. He would have been a restricted free agent on July 1. In 37 games this past season, Reimer posted a 20-10-5 record, three shutouts, a 2.60 GAA, and a .921 save percentage. He also appeared in 15 games with Toronto of the AHL, posting a 9-5-1 record, three shutouts, a 2.59 GAA, and a .920 save percentage. This is a good signing for the Maple Leafs, as Reimer was very impressive in goal after being recalled from the minors this past January. He has good size and has the skills to play either a starting or backup role. More than likely, he will start next season splitting the goaltending duties with Jonas Gustavsson and could be elevated to the starter's role if he can outplay the Swedish netminder or if he misses time because of an injury.