Leafs sign defenceman Smith to three-year ELC
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The Maple Leafs added another young free agent for the upcoming season, continuing on their recent trajectory despite having significantly decreased draft capital and a pressing need to restock their prospect pool.
signing of Blake Smith to a three-year, entry-level contract.
The deal for 20-year-old defenceman begins with the 2025-2026 season.
🖊 We’ve signed defenceman Blake Smith to a three-year, entry-level contract beginning in the 2025-26 season pic.twitter.com/uFGJkCx38l
— Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) April 10, 2025
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Smith continues the blue line revamp from the team's top pair down through almost their whole farm system, making him the quintessential Brad Treliving defenseman. After completing his fourth season in the OHL, the 6-foot-5, 205-pound smooth-skating defenseman is now eligible for free agency.
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