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Maple Leafs risk losing 28-year old forward with roster move
TL;DR
The Toronto Maple Leafs placed 28-year-old forward Michael Pezzetta on waivers, risking his loss to another NHL team. This move is strategic but carries the potential consequence of losing Pezzetta permanently.
Key points
- Toronto Maple Leafs placed Michael Pezzetta on waivers
- Pezzetta is 28 years old
- Risk of losing Pezzetta to another NHL team
- Move is part of a strategic roster decision
- Not intended to get rid of Pezzetta
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It was a logical move for the Toronto Maple Leafs to make, but it comes with a risk.
On Friday, they placed forward Michael Pezzetta on waivers.
The 28-year old could now be claimed by another NHL team, which would take him away from Toronto's organization for good.
The Leafs aren't doing this to get rid of Pezzetta, although it could come with that consequence.
They're actually hoping Pezzetta clears waivers, which would allow him to report to the AHL Toronto Marlies for their postseason.
The Leafs didn't make their playoffs, but the Marlies did, and they could use Pezzetta.
He had 10 points in 38 games this season for the Marlies, with four goals and six assists.
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Pezzetta played nine games down the stretch of the season with the Maple Leafs but didn't score.
He entered the league as a sixth-round pick in 2016 by the Canadiens.
Pezzetta does have legitimate NHL experience, including 63 games with Montreal in 2022-23.
He's not a high scorer from his forward spot, but rather a gritty player with a bit of skill.
Pezzetta signed with the Maple Leafs before this season on a two-year contract worth $1.625 million.
That's not a high cost if another team decides it wants to claim Pezzetta.
Q&A
Why did the Toronto Maple Leafs place Michael Pezzetta on waivers?
The Maple Leafs placed Michael Pezzetta on waivers as part of a strategic roster move, though it risks losing him to another team.
What happens if another NHL team claims Michael Pezzetta?
If another NHL team claims Michael Pezzetta, he will leave the Toronto Maple Leafs organization permanently.
How old is Michael Pezzetta and what is his role on the team?
Michael Pezzetta is 28 years old and plays as a forward for the Toronto Maple Leafs.