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Toronto Maple Leafs star Tavares on pace for something no NHLer has done in 18 years

When the Toronto Maple Leafs originally committed to John Tavares as a free agent, the hope was that he’d be able to continue his star trajectory for his hometown team.Originally signing on a seven-year deal worth $11 million per season, the expectations were high for Tavares to produce at an elite level, but there was an assumption that he’d probably find himself tailing off at some point during his time with the Leafs.Fast-forward seven years, and Tavares is remarkably having his best season yet with the Leafs, at the age of 35. The Leafs themselves might still be figuring out their identity, and are on the outside of the playoff picture looking in. But Tavares has put up 27 points by way of 12 goals and 15 assists in 21 games, with his 1.29 points per game mark the best of his 17-year NHL career.Whether in Toronto or with the franchise that drafted him in the New York Islanders, Tavares has managed remarkable consistency as a pro. While he’s never been the best ...


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