Insider Reveals Why Ryan O'Reilly Left Toronto

The Toronto Maple Leafs fought hard to keep Ryan O'Reilly as a member of the blue and white however that did not happen.

Why O'Reilly Left

Many are wondering why the Leafs and O'Reilly could not reach an agreement however TSN Insider Darren Dreger may have found out why.




It is unfortunate the Leafs could not bring back the veteran center but the desire for more ice time and a bigger role is something Toronto could not provide.

O'Reilly's new contract

Ryan O'Reilly just signed a new contract with the Nashville Predators, the deal is a 4-year $4.5 million per season.

O'Reilly is still a prime defensive center that can provide an offensive boost.


He had 11 points in 13 regular season games as a member of the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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