Fans Can't Contain Their Excitement Over John Tavares’ Four-Year Deal originally appeared on Athlon Sports. John Tavares is staying home after signing a long-term extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs at a price that caught NHL fans off guard.

John Tavares got his wish. The Maple Leafs re-signed their former captain to a four-year, $17.52 million contract on Friday, a league source said. The deal will keep Tavares, who turns 35 in September, at home in Toronto until 2029.