The Toronto Maple Leafs Have Re-Signed Versatile Forward
The Toronto Maple Leafs have resigned forward Pierre Engvall to a one-year deal worth $2.25 million.
Engvall flew under the radar this past season but was able to provide the Leafs with some much-needed depth scoring. Engvall tallied 35 points in 78 games played. In the playoffs, Engvall had 3 assists in 7 games.
While his stats may not jump off the sheet, the offensive game is secondary in Engvall's skillset. At 6'5», Engvall using his strong skating ability and size to throw his body around on the forecheck and punish the opposition with his physical style of play. The offensive production from a player like Engvall is just an added bonus to a Maple Leaf team with Stanley Cup or bust intentions.
There are many opinions on this contract floating around social media like usual, but I think the contract is fair for what Engvall brings to the table. Engvall does lack the finishing skills that a consistent goal scorer in the NHL possesses, but his versatility alone makes him worth the contract. Engvall can play center and both wings, which allows Toronto to throw him out there on the penalty kill and checking lines. Having a player who can skate well and throw the body around up and down the lineup is huge for a contender chasing the Stanley Cup: just ask Colorado. What do you think? Is this an overpay or is Engvall worth the contract?
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Do you think the Leafs paid Engvall too much? | ||
| Yes! | 36 | 48 % |
| No! | 22 | 29.3 % |
| It's fair | 17 | 22.7 % |
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