🔥 Trending Teddy Blueger: Maple Leafs Contract Details and Player Profile

Teodors "Teddy" Blueger is a Latvian professional ice hockey player who currently plays as a center for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the National Hockey League (NHL) ¹⁴. He is known for his defensive prowess and ability to contribute as a bottom-six forward ⁵.

Early Career and Draft

Born on August 15, 1994, Blueger was selected 52nd overall in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft by the Pittsburgh Penguins ¹.

NHL Journey

Blueger's NHL career has seen him play for several teams:

• Pittsburgh Penguins: He began his NHL journey with the Penguins, where he also won the Stanley Cup ⁴.
• Vancouver Canucks: Blueger later played for the Vancouver Canucks for three seasons ⁶. He appeared in all 82 regular-season games with the Canucks during the 2024-25 campaign ⁸.
• Toronto Maple Leafs: As of July 2026, Blueger signed a two-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs ⁴⁵⁷.

Recent Contract with Toronto Maple Leafs

Blueger's move to the Maple Leafs in free agency was a notable event in July 2026 ⁴⁶. The contract is reported to be worth $2.25 million annually ⁴ or $2.5 million annually ⁵, with some sources stating a total value of $5 million over two years ⁷. He is expected to continue his role as a depth forward, primarily playing center but also capable of playing on the wing ⁵.

Physical Attributes

Blueger stands at 6 feet (183 cm) tall ³.