Chris Johnston: The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed European free agent Mikko Lehtonen to a one-year, entry-level contract.
He was viewed as the top defenseman that was playing in Europe this past season.
Chris Johnston: Lehtonen’s deal doesn’t include any performance bonuses.
Like with the signing of Alexander Barabanov, Lehtonen is another much needed cost-controlled signing.
Cap Friendly: Lehtonen will be an unrestricted free agent after next season.
Bob McKenzie: Lehtonen is shoots left and played the left side this year.