NHL insider Nick Kypreos of the Toronto Star believes John Tavares signing an extension with the Maple Leafs isn't a top priority.

Morgan Rielly has been a fixture on the Toronto Maple Leafs ' blue line for over a decade, logging big minutes and wearing an “A” as the alternate captain of the team. His future with the franchise, however, has been put in question.

Toronto Maple Leafs stars Mitch Marner and John Tavares continue to raise their value as free agency approaches, with both having strong contract-year campaigns. Marner is on pace to hit 100 points for the first time in his career,