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John Tavares

Center · Toronto Maple Leafs

2009 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 1 (#1) — New York Islanders

Next Game

Mon, Apr 13 · 7:30 PM ET vs Stars

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Age 356'1"217 lbsShoots LeftMississauga, CAN

Current Season

GP

80

Goals

30

Assists

40

Points

70

+/-

-29

S%

15.9%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 11vs FLA011-1117:01
Apr 9@ NYI0110119:39
Apr 8vs WSH000-1319:32
Apr 4@ LAK123-1120:21
Apr 2@ SJS101-1119:13

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$4.39M

Total Value

$17.56M

Expires

4 yrs · 2028-2029

Status

Then UFA

$2M deferred salary in Year 4 to be paid out July 1, 2033 — NMC Yrs 1-2 · 5 team trade list Yrs 3-4

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Recent Stories

Trades & Rumors
Tavares on Cup Clock with Leafs

John Tavares opens up one-on-one about the ticking Stanley Cup clock in his Toronto tenure. At this stage, captains like him weigh legacy against loyalty, and his words carry the weight of a franchise's frustration. The Leafs' faithful hang on every hint as the pressure builds toward another defining spring.

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Game Recap
Leafs Lose to Cats, GM Hunt Seeks Redemption

Toronto falls to the Panthers as the team hunts a new GM to redeem past mistakes that still sting. Franchise-altering hires carry massive risk, especially with recent blunders haunting the brass. This loss amplifies the urgency for change in Leafs Nation.

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Leafs Love Tavares' Late Surge in Lost Season

John Tavares surges down the stretch for the Toronto Maple Leafs, giving the team a rare bright spot in what has become a lost season. Players and coaches appreciate his veteran leadership and timely production, which keeps the locker room from completely unraveling amid the disappointments. As the calendar flips toward summer, his efforts raise quiet questions about the core's future and what this means for next year's reset.

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Playoffs
Tavares Hits 30-Goal Mark

John Tavares notches his 30th goal of the season, a milestone that quiets the doubters in Toronto's front office after a slow start. The veteran center has been feasting on second chances around the net, reminding everyone why the Leafs locked him up long-term. With the playoffs looming, this surge puts extra pressure on the top line to deliver when it counts most.

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Tavares' Minus-25 Hides Real Story

John Tavares sits at minus-25, but the stat doesn't capture his full impact on the ice this season. Advanced metrics and context reveal why Leafs fans shouldn't panic over the surface number. As captain, his leadership in key moments carries weight that plus/minus overlooks in Toronto's high-stakes environment.

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Tavares Reckons With Treliving's Ouster: "We Just Didn't Deliver"

The Maple Leafs' captain is processing the shock of losing his GM just hours before puck drop, and he's not deflecting blame. Tavares acknowledges that Treliving brought belief and resources to Toronto, but the team's collapse this season left the front office no choice but to make a change. With the organization charting a new course under different leadership, the question now becomes whether the players can respond with the urgency this moment demands.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are John Tavares's stats this season?
John Tavares has 30 goals and 40 assists for 70 points in 80 games this season.
What team does John Tavares play for?
John Tavares is a forward for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
What is John Tavares's contract?
John Tavares has a cap hit of $4.39M with 3 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was John Tavares drafted?
John Tavares was drafted in the 2009 NHL Draft by the New York Islanders in Round 1, Pick 1 (1 overall).
Where is John Tavares from?
John Tavares is 35 years old and was born in Mississauga, CAN.