The 29-year-old forward was trekking the back nine of a golf course on Monday afternoon when he agreed to a three-year, $4.05 million contract with an annual average value of $1.35 million. Lorentz was creeping towards the open market, with less than 24 hours until free agency, though he knew he'd always remain in Toronto.

Steven Lorentz signed a 3-year, $4.05 million contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday. It has an average annual value of $1.35 million. The 29-year-old forward tied his NHL career high with 19 points (eight goals, 11 assists) in 80 games this season, his first with Toronto. He also had two assists in 13 Stanley Cup Playoff games.

Pending unrestricted free agent winger signs a three-year extension with the Maple Leafs at an AAV of $1.35 million.