BREAKING NEWS: JOHN TAVARES WILLING TO TAKE PAY CUT TO STAY IN TORONTO, BUT RESPONSE SHOCKS THE LOCKER ROOM Shocked to discover his name appearing in trade talks, Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares is said to have told team management he was willing to take a pay cut to remain in Toronto. However, the reaction he received behind closed doors left the locker room in disbelief and left fans speechless.