The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured goaltender Artur Akhtyamov with a three-year contract extension. This agreement ensures his position within the organization until the end of the 2028-29 season. The announcement came on Sunday and emphasizes the franchise’s commitment to the 24-year-old athlete.
Details of Artur Akhtyamov’s Contract Extension
According to the press release, Akhtyamov’s contract will transition from a two-way contract in the first year to a one-way contract for the subsequent two years. His annual salary is set at $900,000.
Performance Stats in Development
- Games played with Toronto Marlies: 32
- Record: 18 wins, 10 losses, 4 overtime losses
- Save percentage (SV%): .904
- Goals against average (GAA): 2.86
Throughout his two seasons in the AHL, Akhtyamov has recorded a total of 29 wins, 18 losses, and 13 overtime losses. His overall statistics in AHL play include:
- SV%: .903
- GAA: 2.84
- Shutouts: 4
- Games played: 58
NHL Debut and Background
Akhtyamov made his NHL debut on December 13, making a relief appearance against the Edmonton Oilers. During that game, he successfully stopped all five shots he faced in just 10 minutes of ice time.
A native of Kazan, Russia, Akhtyamov was selected by the Maple Leafs in the fourth round of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. Before his move to North America, he played five seasons in Russia’s professional leagues, achieving a record of 44 wins, 38 losses, and 23 overtime losses in the All-Russian Hockey League.
Maple Leafs Current Season Performance
As of the contract announcement, the Maple Leafs have a record of 28 wins, 27 losses, and 12 overtime losses, totaling 68 points in 67 games during the 2025-26 season. They currently rank eighth in the Atlantic Division, trailing 12 points behind a Wildcard position in the Eastern Conference.
The team has faced challenges lately, losing nine of their last ten games since returning from the Olympic break. Their most recent setback was a 3-2 shootout defeat against the Buffalo Sabres.
Goaltending Statistics
- Joseph Woll: 14 wins, 11 losses, 5 overtime losses, SV%: .906
- Anthony Stolarz: 7 wins, 9 losses, 3 overtime losses, SV%: .890
With Artur Akhtyamov’s new contract extension, the Maple Leafs are solidifying their goaltending future as they navigate the current season’s difficulties.
