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Here's the story saying Gio wants to keep playing: https://www.thestar.com/sports/leafs...c2fcc1940.html

It’s not clear whether the Maple Leafs want Mark Giordano to come back, but it is clear the veteran defenceman intends to play next season.

“Mark has made the decision that he’s playing for a few more years,” said his agent, Rich Winter. “He feels very confident. He’s been talking to a lot of people who tell him: Don’t quit until they make you.”

Giordano is 40 and was the oldest player in the NHL last year, on an $800,000 (U.S.) contract. He had three goals and six assists in 46 games, then didn’t play in the post-season. He did take a spin in warm-ups before Game 6 of the first round at Scotiabank Arena, perhaps his last appearance in a Leafs jersey.

“He clearly wants to play,” said Winter.