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Maple Leafs have a difficult decision to make on this pending free agent

This Maple Leafs forward is set to hit the open market next summer, which puts the team in a tough spot.

By Krishna Bhagnathsingh · Editor in Leaf

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 6:00 PM

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The writer argues the Maple Leafs face a tough decision on pending unrestricted free agent Bo Groulx.
Groulx is in the final season of a two-year, $1.63 million contract signed in 2025.
Injuries to Max Domi and Dakota Joshua have allowed Groulx to play five of Toronto's first six games.

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Editor In Leaf argues that the Toronto Maple Leafs face a difficult decision regarding forward Bo Groulx, who is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent next summer. The 26-year-old forward signed a two-year, $1.63 million contract in 2025 and currently faces roster competition from multiple depth forwards signed beyond this season.

The writer notes that Groulx has featured in five of Toronto's first six games amid injuries to Max Domi and Dakota Joshua. However, the writer suggests Groulx needs a strong productive campaign to secure an extension and avoid becoming a potential trade deadline candidate.

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