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The Toronto Maple Leafs are betting big on defenseman Darren Raddysh, who just signed an eight-year, $8.5M-per-year contract after a breakout season with 22 goals and 70 points — a massive offensive leap for a blueliner. At 30, this is a high-stakes gamble: if he sustains his production, it’s a steal; if not, the hefty salary could haunt them, especially with over $25M already locked up in just four defensemen. GMs are prioritizing roles — Raddysh for offense, McCabe for grit, Tanev for defense, Rielly for playmaking — but leaving little room for error. The plan hinges on Raddysh’s breakout being real and young prospect Andrae developing into a reliable NHLer. If both happen, this could be a masterstroke; if not, the blue line could become a costly liability.

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