Leafs Bet Big on Late Bloomer Raddysh

Toronto just handed out an eight-year, $68 million contract to 30-year-old defenseman Darren Raddysh — a move that’s got hockey fans buzzing. After a career year with 70 points in 73 games, Raddysh, who was making under $1 million last season, looks like a breakout star. But here’s the twist: he spent years in the minors and didn’t become a full-time NHLer until he was 27. His previous highs? Nothing like this. Most expected a 3-5 year deal at $4 million, but GMs are betting this is the start of a consistent upward trend — calling him a “late bloomer” like Allan Stanley. If Raddysh keeps climbing, this could be a steal. If not? One of the biggest risks in recent NHL history. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8329c620712b9554