Home » Sports » NHL » Toronto Maple Leafs

A former Maple Leafs fan favourite may have reached the end of the road

is there anything left in the tank for this former Toronto star goaltender?

By Edward Eng · Editor in Leaf

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 5:56 PM

Key Things to Know

Writer Edward Eng suggests 38-year-old goaltender James Reimer may have reached the end of his NHL career.
The New York Rangers placed Reimer on waivers after he allowed three goals on eight shots against Los Angeles.
Reimer signed a one-year contract with New York following an AHL tryout after Igor Shesterkin's season-ending injury.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The New York Rangers have placed veteran goaltender James Reimer on waivers after he surrendered three goals on eight shots against the Los Angeles Kings. The former Toronto Maple Leafs fan favorite was signed to a one-year deal following a tryout, stepping in after starter Igor Shesterkin suffered a season-ending knee injury.

Writer Edward Eng suggests this waiver placement may signal the end of the 38-year-old's 17-year NHL career. Reimer, who played 540 career games across multiple franchises, is best remembered for his six-season stint in Toronto, where he earned the nickname 'Optimus Reim' and helped guide the Maple Leafs back to the postseason.

Read the full article on Editor in Leaf

A former Maple Leafs fan favourite may have reached the end of the road

More Maple Leafs News

Never Miss a Sports Update