It's possible the Leafs end up seeing enough from the 21-year-old Dermott this season that they reasonably conclude that they don't have to pay big to keep the 28-year-old Gardiner.

By Jonas Siegel

Published: Nov 17, 2018, 9:28 pm Added: Nov 17, 2018, 11:02 pm

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Will Travis Dermott's rise affect the Leafs' decision on Jake Gardiner?