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NHL Trade Deadline: What would it look like if Maple Leafs chose not to sell?
NHL Trade Deadline: What would it look like if Maple Leafs chose not to sell?
While the Toronto Maple Leafs have been playing inconsistently all season long, there’s enough talent on this team to make you believe that they could do serious damage down the stretch if they get hot at the right time. Auston Matthews has found his scoring touch again, William Nylander has been outstanding when he’s available…
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February 2, 2026 at 12:45 PM
NHL Trade Deadline: What would it look like if Maple Leafs chose not to sell?
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Report: Maple Leafs, Matthews reaffirm commitment to each other, begin process of selling
Report: Maple Leafs, Matthews reaffirm commitment to each other, begin process of selling
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews reportedly maintained his commitment to the team as they began to become sellers at the trade deadline, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. “Nothing has changed,” Friedman said during the latest Saturday Headlines. “ There was a conversation this week between the Maple Leafs and Matthews’ representation, and they just asked,…
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February 1, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Report: Maple Leafs, Matthews reaffirm commitment to each other, begin process of selling
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Elliotte Friedman says Maple Leafs are leaning towards becoming sellers
Elliotte Friedman says Maple Leafs are leaning towards becoming sellers
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly leaning towards becoming sellers at the trade deadline, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. “I think you’ll see talks about Toronto’s players intensify,” he said during Friday’s episode of 32 Thoughts The Podcast. “I don’t know if you’ll see anything major before the Olympic freeze, which is on Wednesday. But…
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January 31, 2026 at 3:12 PM
Elliotte Friedman says Maple Leafs are leaning towards becoming sellers
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NHL trade rumours: Why the Maple Leafs should target Shane Wright to kickstart retool
NHL trade rumours: Why the Maple Leafs should target Shane Wright to kickstart retool
The Toronto Maple Leafs are in the midst of a trying season that is looking more likely than not to be a lost one. They were never able to get the ball rolling in the early going, they have been routinely outplayed, and they now find themselves well behind the playoff line with the Olympic…
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January 30, 2026 at 2:10 PM
NHL trade rumours: Why the Maple Leafs should target Shane Wright to kickstart retool
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NHL Trade Deadline: The case for and against the Maple Leafs standing pat
NHL Trade Deadline: The case for and against the Maple Leafs standing pat
The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a fork in the road of the 2025-26 season, and the path they choose dictates their plan for the trade deadline. The campaign has been turbulent for the team as far as the play of individuals and the collective unit. While there have been positive stretches such as their…
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January 29, 2026 at 5:14 PM
NHL Trade Deadline: The case for and against the Maple Leafs standing pat
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The case for the Maple Leafs becoming sellers
The case for the Maple Leafs becoming sellers
The Toronto Maple Leafs are at a critical point in the season that will dictate their direction heading into the trade deadline. The 2025-26 campaign has been very inconsistent for the team in terms of overall performance and the play of key individuals. There have certainly been high points, notably the 12-game stretch after firing…
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January 28, 2026 at 5:10 PM
The case for the Maple Leafs becoming sellers
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Morgan Rielly believes Maple Leafs’ lack of desperation vs. Sabres was unacceptable
Morgan Rielly believes Maple Leafs’ lack of desperation vs. Sabres was unacceptable
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Morgan Rielly pointed to a lack of desperation as a key reason why his team dropped a crucial game against the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday. Going into the contest, the Leafs sat six points back of a wild-card spot and had a golden opportunity to gain some ground back and keep…
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January 28, 2026 at 12:13 PM
Morgan Rielly believes Maple Leafs’ lack of desperation vs. Sabres was unacceptable
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Maple Leafs place Dakota Mermis on waivers
Maple Leafs place Dakota Mermis on waivers
The Toronto Maple Leafs have placed defenceman Dakota Mermis on waivers, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. Mermis (TOR) Aston-Reese & Gaunce (CLB) on waivers — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) January 27, 2026 Mermis had been previously assigned to the AHL’s Toronto Marlies on a long-term injured reserve (LTIR) conditioning loan on January 12th as he works…
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January 27, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Maple Leafs place Dakota Mermis on waivers
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Craig Berube says Anthony Stolarz will start for Maple Leafs for first time since November 11
Craig Berube says Anthony Stolarz will start for Maple Leafs for first time since November 11
Toronto Maple Leafs head coach confirms that goalie Anthony Stolarz will get the nod against the Vegas Golden Knights, his first start since November 11. “ It’s a huge boost,” Berube said to reporters after the morning skate on Friday. “He’s been working hard and he’s ready to go, so we gotta get him in there…
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January 23, 2026 at 4:56 PM
Craig Berube says Anthony Stolarz will start for Maple Leafs for first time since November 11
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Report: Maple Leafs still in on Luke Schenn, a team to watch for Dougie Hamilton
Report: Maple Leafs still in on Luke Schenn, a team to watch for Dougie Hamilton
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly still interested in acquiring Winnipeg Jets defenceman Luke Schenn while they are on the list of teams Dougie Hamilton would approve of going to, according to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun. “ Leafs GM Brad Treliving has been sizing up the market on defence. Looking at his options, we mentioned, for example,…
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January 23, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Report: Maple Leafs still in on Luke Schenn, a team to watch for Dougie Hamilton
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The Leafs Nation’s staff roundtable: The Mitch Marner special
The Leafs Nation’s staff roundtable: The Mitch Marner special
The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to host Vegas Golden Knights forward Mitch Marner for the first time since he left the team in a sign-and-trade that landed them Nicolas Roy. It is, without a doubt, the most anticipated regular-season game of the year, one that is expected to have a lively atmosphere, given the…
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January 23, 2026 at 11:13 AM
The Leafs Nation’s staff roundtable: The Mitch Marner special
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Report: Maple Leafs’ top priority is to add a right-shot defenceman
Report: Maple Leafs’ top priority is to add a right-shot defenceman
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly prioritizing the addition of a right-shot defenceman to improve the back end, according to TSN’s Chris Johnston. “ They’re still looking for a right-shot defenceman,” he said during an appearance on Early Insider Trading on Tuesday. “ With Chris Tanev sidelined, that remains, I think, the top priority for the team…
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January 21, 2026 at 2:37 PM
Report: Maple Leafs’ top priority is to add a right-shot defenceman
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Maple Leafs’ Simon Benoit ranks 19th on The Athletic’s trade board
Maple Leafs’ Simon Benoit ranks 19th on The Athletic’s trade board
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Simon Benoit ranked 19th on The Athletic’s NHL trade board that was released on Monday. The Athletic’s Chris Johnston noted that Benoit’s name has started to make the rounds among NHL circles as a player the Leafs are dangling in trade talks. On Benoit, Johnston wrote: A prototypical defensive defenseman who…
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January 21, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Maple Leafs’ Simon Benoit ranks 19th on The Athletic’s trade board
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Maple Leafs’ Joseph Woll holds himself accountable after allowing five goals to Wild
Maple Leafs’ Joseph Woll holds himself accountable after allowing five goals to Wild
Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Joseph Woll took ownership of his performance on Monday where he gave up five goals to the Minnesota Wild. After coming off a four-game road trip out west, the team’s first game back in Toronto to kick off a five-game homestand did not go according to plan. The Leafs found themselves…
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January 20, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Maple Leafs’ Joseph Woll holds himself accountable after allowing five goals to Wild
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Maple Leafs to host annual outdoor practice at Westway Outdoor Rink on January 26
Maple Leafs to host annual outdoor practice at Westway Outdoor Rink on January 26
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Monday that they will hosting their annual outdoor practice at Westway Outdoor Rink on January 26th. This marks the second straight year that the Leafs will be hosting their outdoor practice at a venue other than Nathan Phillips Square, after having last year’s event at Prince of Wales Park….
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January 19, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Maple Leafs to host annual outdoor practice at Westway Outdoor Rink on January 26
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Maple Leafs call up Jacob Quillan from AHL’s Marlies
Maple Leafs call up Jacob Quillan from AHL’s Marlies
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Monday that they have recalled forward Jacob Quillan from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies. This comes after William Nylander reaggravated his lower-body injury on Thursday against the Vegas Golden Knights and was deemed questionable for Monday’s game against the Minnesota Wild. He previously missed six games due to the ailment,…
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January 19, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Maple Leafs call up Jacob Quillan from AHL’s Marlies
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Report: Maple Leafs started preliminary extension talks with Bobby McMann
Report: Maple Leafs started preliminary extension talks with Bobby McMann
The Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly had preliminary extension talks with forward Bobby McMann, according to TSN’s Darren Dreger. “I know there has been [conversations] with Bobby McMann,” Dreger said during an appearance on First Up on Friday. “ Just ‘what does an extension look like for you, let’s start batting this around.’ I don’t think…
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January 17, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Report: Maple Leafs started preliminary extension talks with Bobby McMann
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Brian Burke believes Mitch Marner deserves a welcome reception during 1st game back in Toronto
Brian Burke believes Mitch Marner deserves a welcome reception during 1st game back in Toronto
Former NHL executive Brian Burke believes that Mitch Marner’s first game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena is a huge deal for everyone involved. Marner made his controversial exit from the Leafs on June 30th in a sign-and-trade deal with the Vegas Golden Knights, which resulted in him signing an eight-year, $12 million…
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January 15, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Brian Burke believes Mitch Marner deserves a welcome reception during 1st game back in Toronto
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Report: Maple Leafs are keen on extending pending UFA Scott Laughton
Report: Maple Leafs are keen on extending pending UFA Scott Laughton
The Toronto Maple Leafs would reportedly like to sign forward Scott Laughton to a contract extension, according to The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta. “ I don’t believe contract talks have started yet, but they would like to keep Scott Laughton beyond this season,” Pagnotta said during an appearance on DFO Rundown on Wednesday. “ This is another…
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January 15, 2026 at 1:11 PM
Report: Maple Leafs are keen on extending pending UFA Scott Laughton
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Report: Maple Leafs considering bringing back Luke Schenn for 3rd stint
Report: Maple Leafs considering bringing back Luke Schenn for 3rd stint
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly considering trading for Winnipeg Jets defenceman Luke Schenn, according to TSN’s Chris Johnston. The Leafs have reportedly been ramping up their efforts to shore up the blueline, given their overall struggles throughout the season and the fact that Chris Tanev’s status is uncertain. While their preference is a puck-mover,…
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January 14, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Report: Maple Leafs considering bringing back Luke Schenn for 3rd stint
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Craig Berube impressed with Maple Leafs’ collective effort in OT win vs Avalanche
Craig Berube impressed with Maple Leafs’ collective effort in OT win vs Avalanche
Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube was pleased to see his team’s collective effort en route to an overtime win over the Colorado Avalanche on Monday. Going up against the NHL’s best team, which was entering the contest on a 17-game winning streak on home ice, was going to be a daunting task for…
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January 13, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Craig Berube impressed with Maple Leafs’ collective effort in OT win vs Avalanche
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Why the Maple Leafs should target Predators defenceman Nick Blankenburg
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January 10, 2026 at 3:27 PM
Why the Maple Leafs should target Predators defenceman Nick Blankenburg
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Daily Faceoff lists Maple Leafs as potential trade destination to watch for Rasmus Andersson
Daily Faceoff lists Maple Leafs as potential trade destination to watch for Rasmus Andersson
The Toronto Maple Leafs were listed by Daily Faceoff as one of five potential trade destinations to watch for Calgary Flames defenceman Rasmus Andersson. Daily Faceoff’s Mike Gould wrote that the Leafs are a team to keep an eye on in the Andersson sweepstakes because of general manager Brad Treliving’s connection to the Swedish blueliner,…
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January 10, 2026 at 2:14 PM
Daily Faceoff lists Maple Leafs as potential trade destination to watch for Rasmus Andersson
The Leafs have been setting a their sights on addressing the backend and specifically a puck-mover. My suggestion is they consider setting their sights on Nick Blankenburg.
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Why the Maple Leafs should target Predators defenceman Nick Blankenburg
<p>The Toronto Maple Leafs have undoubtedly begun to turn things around in their season, but that doesn’t mean they can afford to stick with what they have. There are still areas of the team tha...
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January 10, 2026 at 1:53 PM
The Leafs have been setting a their sights on addressing the backend and specifically a puck-mover. My suggestion is they consider setting their sights on Nick Blankenburg.
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Oliver Ekman-Larsson offers candid reflections on being named to Sweden’s Olympic team
Oliver Ekman-Larsson offers candid reflections on being named to Sweden’s Olympic team
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Oliver Ekman-Larsson was thrilled to receive the call informing him that he would be representing Sweden at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Ekman-Larsson has recorded 25 points (seven goals and 18 assists) in 41 games this season for the Maple Leafs and has emerged as arguably their best defender during…
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January 6, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Oliver Ekman-Larsson offers candid reflections on being named to Sweden’s Olympic team