Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Tampa Bay Lightning - December 09, 2025

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Recap

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Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Lightning logo, Lightning 16-11-2, 1ST 0, 2ND 0, 3RD 0, TOT 0

Maple Leafs logo, Maple Leafs 14-11-4, 1ST 1, 2ND 0, 3RD 1, TOT 2

Highlights

Matthews Goal vs. Lightning

12/08/2025

Joshua vs. Max Crozier Fight

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Crozier vs. Dakota Joshua Fight

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Johansson Makes a Save

12/08/2025

Rielly Scores

Leafs Shut Out Lightning 🍁

Dennis Hildeby puts up 29 saves to get his first career shutout

Scoring

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19:59Goal scored by Auston Matthews (Empty Net)

16:26Goal scored by Morgan Rielly assisted by Easton Cowan and John Tavares

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Calgary Flames just stole a key player from the Maple Leafs' championship teamThe Toronto Maple Leafs are losing a foundational player on a championship team. Of course, the only hockey championship we have known for some time in Toronto

EBUGs to Wear No. 00

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Per @reporterchris, it's looking likely that every EBUG will be wearing Number 00 next season. Starting this season it is mandatory that every team has an EBUG that travels with the team to home and away games.

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3 Maple Leafs players who will hit career highs this seasonThe Toronto Maple Leafs are entering the 2026-27 season as one of the NHL's most interesting teams to watch. This is because they not only added multiple new pl

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Oilers star has high praise for former Leafs head coachIt's not every day that you hear positive remarks about former Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock, but an Edmonton Oilers superstar is clearly excited

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2026 Tampa Bay Lightning Top 20 Under 25: #19 Morgan AnderbergNot much has changed since our draft profile of Anderberg other than he had some reps with the Swedish Under-20 squad at the Summer Showcase. The fact that he was invited bodes well for his potential…

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John Tavares keeps delivering, but finding his optimal role is the Leafs' next challenge [2026-27 Player Preview]There is probably no Maple Leaf who deserves more goodwill from the fan base right now than John Tavares. A year after fully embracing the decision to hand the captaincy to Auston Matthews — handling a potentially awkward situation exactly as you would expect him to — Tavares signed what immediately looked like one of […]

editorinleaf.com•18h

Gavin McKenna could change the narrative about Auston MatthewsGavin McKenna could almost instantly transform the narrative involving Auston Matthews, as the Maple Leafs look to start a new chapter.

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Daily Faceoff says this will sabotage the Maple Leafs seasonDaily Faceoff's The Sheet host Jeff Marek recently sat down with NHL.com's Dan Rosen to dissect the Toronto Maple Leafs offseason and forecast the team's future

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The Leafs need William Nylander’s reliably elite production — and a higher level of leadership [2026-27 Player Preview]William Nylander’s 2025-26 season is a good example of why evaluating star players can’t simply begin and end with the points column. Nylander was easily the Leafs’ most productive player. He scored 30 goals and 79 points in only 65 games, putting him on a 100-point pace over a full season. He led the team […]

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Sunday Night Speculation - Patrik LaineIs it going to happen? Probably not, but why not spend a few minutes thinking about what a healthy Patrik Laine would look like on the Lightning.

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Matthew Knies has established his value in the Leafs' core, but can he take the next step? [2026-27 Player Preview]Matthew Knies’ 2025-26 season was a bit of a complicated one to evaluate. On the surface, there wasn’t much to complain about. Knies set a career high with 66 points in 79 games, improving on the 58 points he recorded the season before. He did it despite losing Mitch Marner as a linemate, playing 427 […]

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Injury could lead to a solution for the Lightning’s crowded creaseJoJo is a man left without a home.

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The Maple Leafs need Jake McCabe to rebound — and he’s a strong candidate to do it [2026-27 Player Preview]Jake McCabe’s 2025-26 season is a tricky one to unpack. It really was a tale of two halves. Through the Christmas break, McCabe played 36 games, produced 15 points, and the Leafs outscored opponents 28-16 at even strength with him on the ice. The rest of the way, he played 44 games, produced 10 points, […]

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Toronto could eventually be home to a second NHL franchiseThe NHL might eventually turn expansion talks to Toronto, though it's unclear if the conversation will ever get to that point.

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Brad Marchand is still trolling the Maple Leafs in the offseasonBrad Marchand is not taking a summer off from what he loves to do: Be a little pest and poke at his peers. He has grown quite a reputation over his 17-year care

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Joe Bowen's replacement has been named for the Maple Leafs radio broadcastThe Toronto Maple Leafs have apparently found the person who will take over one of the most recognizable jobs in Canadian sports broadcasting. According to a re

Bleacher Report•4d

NHL27 Rankings by Position 📋Who got snubbed? Drop your takes here 📲

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Colton Sissons on his motivations to sign in Toronto: "The opportunity to put the Leafs sweater on is probably number one... That is a pretty special experience for any player"Colton Sissons joined OverDrive to discuss his decision to sign with the Maple Leafs, preparation for the fast-approaching season, his familiarity with his new teammates, and the Vegas Golden Knights’ run to the Stanley Cup Final. Congratulations on the new deal with the Leafs. What is your level of excitement? You are a Vancouver boy […]

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Former Maple Leafs coaching candidate just landed a new jobThe Toronto Maple Leafs had a head coach search that lasted months and months. We were getting little bite-sized pieces of information about who they were inter

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Maple Leafs should be glad they didn't trade Morgan RiellyA contrarian argument is worthwhile exploring, particularly since Morgan Rielly remains a solid piece on the Toronto Maple Leafs blue line.

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Maple Leafs have intriguing PTO target in prime bounce-back candidateThe Toronto Maple Leafs have had quite a busy offseason. They have many new players on their roster to watch heading into this upcoming season, and they are hop

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Morgan Rielly deserves a clean slate from Maple Leafs fansMorgan Rielly made his first public comments about his future with the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Hockey Night in Brampton charity game on Wednesday. The Maple

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Maple Leafs shouldn't worry about the length of Bobrovsky's contract When the Toronto Maple Leafs signed Sergei Bobrovsky to a three-year, $21 million contract, which carries an AAV of $7 million. It didn't take long for the hot

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The one thing that could prevent Auston Matthews from staying with the LeafsIt was never going to be easy for the Toronto Maple Leafs to extend Auston Matthews. Even though he has two years left on his current contract, the prospect of

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Former Maple Leafs player suddenly drawing KHL interestA former Toronto Maple Leafs forward has become a very interesting option for top clubs in the KHL.

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NHL insider makes jaw-dropping claim about Darren RaddyshThe NHL Network put out their annual list of the top players by position earlier. It has, of course, caused some chaos among several fan bases as it is a massiv

editorinleaf.com•6d

The one big thing that will change for the Maple Leafs next seasonUnder the new leadership of John Chayka and Mats Sundin, the Toronto Maple Leafs will look vastly unfamiliar in 2026-27. Based on the team's offseason acquisiti

Bleacher Report•6d

NHL Teases New Uniform Line 👀Fanatics to create 'Hometown Remix' edition jerseys for all 32 teams

Bleacher Report•6d

Marchand Trolls Nylander on IG 🤭'Willy' catching strays on recent workout post 📸

editorinleaf.com•6d

What should we realistically expect from the 2026-27 Maple Leafs?The 2026 Toronto Maple Leafs offseason has been nothing to snease at. While their team would have a tough time being any worse than they were last year, new GM

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How does the Maple Leafs' pipeline compare to the rest of the NHL?While this upcoming season is incredibly important for the Toronto Maple Leafs, they're also thinking about the long-term future of this team. To have a future,

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EA Sports just made a bold statement about the Maple Leafs next seasonWhile we're twiddling our thumbs for the new Toronto Maple Leafs season to start -- or just have any semblance of professional hockey on our screens -- some mig

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Maple Leafs overpaid for Bobrovsky and the numbers prove itThe thesis positing that the Toronto Maple Leafs overpaid for Sergei Bobrovsky now has data to back it up.

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2 Maple Leafs who are on the hot seat next seasonThe Toronto Maple Leafs have a lot of players fighting for jobs heading into the 2026-27 season, but Dakota Joshua and Anthony Stolarz could be under more press

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Maple Leafs fans don't believe this team can win the Stanley Cup, survey showsTempered optimism reigns among Toronto Maple Leafs fans. The team’s retool this offseason has given incoming coach Jim Hiller some good pieces to work with. Plu

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Gavin McKenna could lead the Maple Leafs to glory — or force a total teardownEver since the Maple Leafs landed Gavin McKenna first overall in the 2026 NHL Draft, there has been nothing but excitement. Fans and analysts have already crown

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Leafs icon Wendel Clark shares simple advice on surviving in TorontoAs the team's original first overall draft pick, Toronto Maple Leafs great Wendel Clark knows all about the pressure of playing in the hockey-crazed market. He

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Why the Maple Leafs should be considered a playoff lock next seasonAfter missing the playoffs for the first time in a decade last year, it's hard to remember that the Toronto Maple Leafs are actually a great franchise, but they

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Three rookies who could make their NHL debut for the Lightning this seasonTime to talk rookies. Three players who might just get themselves an Upper Deck rookie card by the end of the season.

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How a healthy Chris Tanev changes everything for the Maple LeafsChris Tanev was the Toronto Maple Leafs' forgotten man in 2026-27. The defenseman battled through injuries, most notably concussions and then core muscle surger

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Maple Leafs should target this Canadiens winger — but it's not who you thinkThe Toronto Maple Leafs could still be missing a piece to the puzzle that helps the team thrive and push for a much needed and anticipated playoff run this seas

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Maple Leafs Offseason Notes: Darren Raddysh's shot, the Patrik Laine conversation, expectations for Jack Roslovic & moreWith August halfway over, we’re only about a month away from the Maple Leafs’ first preseason game. It is always amazing how quickly things shift from the dog days of summer right back into the thick of hockey season. While we aren’t there just yet, the first sign for me personally is filing season previews. […]

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This Maple Leafs player could still be traded before next seasonAfter a disappointing 2025-26 season, the Toronto Maple Leafs have traded a few players this summer. Among the names who the Maple Leafs have moved this offseas

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Could the Lightning dip into the college free agent market again?The pickings are slim at the NHL level, so why not take a look at some newly minted college free agents?

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Why Maple Leafs fans need to pay close attention NHL expansionIf there’s one thing that Toronto Maple Leafs fans need to keep on their radar, it’s the possibility of further NHL expansion. No, the league isn’t adding a new

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How Gavin McKenna unlocks Auston Matthews on and off the iceThe spirits of the Toronto Maple Leafs franchise and their fans were immediately transformed when they won the NHL Draft Lottery. The unexpected turn of events

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Is this goal total realistic of unfair for Auston Matthews?For all the changes the Toronto Maple Leafs have made this offseason in an attempt to improve, the return to form of their captain, Auston Matthews, might be th

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The Toronto Maple Leafs Record That May Never Be Broken In an organization as old and historically successful as the Toronto Maple Leafs, holding a record is a big deal. These records are sacred and mean a great deal

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Jack Roslovic on joining his buddy Auston Matthews on the Leafs: "We played in juniors together and had a lot of success at that level... I’m just excited to get pushing with him"Jack Roslovic joined Overdrive to discuss his decision to sign with the Maple Leafs, his familiarity with Auston Matthews, what he learned playing alongside Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl in Edmonton, and how he sees himself fitting into a much-changed Toronto lineup. How’s the offseason going? Roslovic: It’s going great. We’re actually up in Toronto […]

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Why Jim Hiller could be a surprise Jack Adams candidate for the Maple LeafsJim Hiller was an out-of-nowhere hire by general manager John Chayka to be head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Those holding out hope for a big name to fill

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Maple Leafs miss out on potential free-agent stealThe Toronto Maple Leafs performed a major roster turnover this summer. New general manager John Chayka went ahead and added several new players to scatter throu

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Maple Leafs fans now know why Sergei Bobrovsky chose Toronto over FloridaWhen Sergei Bobrovsky chose the Toronto Maple Leafs in free agency this summer, fans were rightfully stoked about the situation. But it also raised questions ab

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Auston Matthews' chiropractor reveals his surprising offseason recovery planAuston Matthews’ summer preparation is about much more than getting his knee healthy. The Toronto Maple Leafs captain has been working with Arizona-based chirop

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Maple Leafs' David Ayres nightmare won't happen again thanks to NHL rule changeFor Toronto Maple Leafs fans, they have watched their team go through endless amounts of heartbreak, especially in recent years, as they try to end their Stanle

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Dr. Robek on Auston Matthews' offseason rehab & prep for the new season: "No stone is left unturned to make sure there is greatness in the 2026-27 season"Dr. Sean Robek joined First Up to discuss his work with Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews, Matthews’ offseason recovery from his knee injury, and the level of preparation and commitment from today’s elite NHL players. Take us through your relationship with Auston and how long you have been working together. Robek: Yeah, I met Auston […]

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Maple Leafs may have quietly found their next shutdown defensemanThe Toronto Maple Leafs could have found a proverbial diamond in the rough with a potential shutdown defenseman.

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The Leafs have one of the best contracts in the NHLA whole lot has been made about the value of certain contracts around the NHL. In this hard-cap world, teams need to squeeze every dollar to make sure they can

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Why the new Maple Leafs' blueprint puts the onus on Auston MatthewsComing off two subpar, injury-plagued seasons, the pressure was already on Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews to deliver. Then, the Leafs' new manageme

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This blockbuster Hurricanes trade could fix the Maple Leafs' blue lineThere might just be a way for the Toronto Maple Leafs to seriously begin fixing their blueline issues this summer. It would involve a bit of a sacrifice. But as

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One reason why Easton Cowan can be one of the Leafs' top wingersEaston Cowan is ready for an extended role with the Toronto Maple Leafs after a somewhat successful rookie season. He was in and out of the lineup under Craig B

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Maple Leafs have surprisingly easy decision to make on Patrik LaineThe Toronto Maple Leafs don't really have much to think about when it comes to signing Patrik Laine.

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Why Bryan Hayes doesn't buy the Leafs' Patrik Laine rumorsThe notion that the Toronto Maple Leafs have interest in free agent Patrik Laine has picked up steam in recent days. It started a week ago with a report from th

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Leafs would not be crazy to pursue Patrik LaineThe Toronto Maple Leafs would be smart to sign Patrik Laine to a professional try-out (PTO), as the 28-year-old still has a lot to prove. It wasn't that long ag

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Maple Leafs VP of Sport Performance Andy O'Brien on Sergei Bobrovsky: "His biologic age is younger than his chronologic age, if you ask me... He doesn't have the same wear and tear as a goalie who is 37 years old"New Maple Leafs Vice President of Sport Performance, Andy O’Brien, joined First Up to discuss his decision to join the Toronto organization, his history with Cup-winning teams in Florida and Pittsburgh as well as some of the Leafs’ current players, and his long-standing relationships with Nate MacKinnon and Sidney Crosby. Take us through how this […]

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Do the Maple Leafs have any future Hall-of-Famers?Making the cut to be a part of the Hockey Hall of Fame is a dream for every NHL player -- along with winning the Stanley Cup, of course. According to a recent r

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Maple Leafs should forget about PTOs and try this insteadToronto Maple Leafs need to forget about the free-agent market at this point, and focus on these options instead.

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The Maple Leafs breakout candidate that nobody is talking aboutWhile the Toronto Maple Leafs had an ugly 2025-26 season, optimism surrounding the club has certainly increased this offseason. This is because the Maple Leafs

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Why a Sergei Bobrovsky renaissance in Toronto is a long shotToronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka made a significant investment by signing free-agent goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky. The hope is that the former Flo

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3 Maple Leafs unlikely to see much NHL playing time this seasonThe Toronto Maple Leafs, as everyone knows, made a handful of moves to address gaps in the roster -- from forwards to goalies. This fuels more hope that the tea

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Maple Leafs reportedly interested in former 44-goal scorerThe Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly among a handful of teams that are being linked to unrestricted free agent winger Patrik Laine as the dog days of summer c

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Why Matthew Knies' contract is now even more of an absolute stealDuring his first offseason as Toronto Maple Leafs general manager, John Chayka has been fiercely exploring the market to upgrade the team's roster. Rampant repo

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Lightning Morning News: Lightning prospect showcase announcedWe’re back, and hockey is a day closer to coming back into our lives!

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Easton Cowan is already proving doubters wrongWhen the Toronto Maple Leafs made Easton Cowan a first-round pick in 2023, there was some skepticism about the club taking him so high in the draft. Yes, he sho

editorinleaf.com•2w

3 surprise Maple Leafs breakout candidates who could exceed expectationsThe Toronto Maple Leafs are entering the 2026-27 season with the NHL's most hyped rookie: Gavin McKenna. McKenna, of course, was selected by the Maple Leafs wi

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Toronto radio personality shares bold prediction about Morgan Rielly's futureThe debate around Morgan Rielly's future with the Toronto Maple Leafs has been hanging over their heads all summer. With training camp inching closer, TSN's Bry

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Maple Leafs have PTO target to consider in former 56-point forwardThe Toronto Maple Leafs have added multiple new players to their roster this offseason. Among the Maple Leafs' newcomers are Sergei Bobrovsky, Darren Raddysh, J

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Laine to Maple Leafs could be more than just a rumorThere might be a little more to the rumors linking Patrik Laine to the Toronto Maple Leafs, despite evident drawbacks.

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Kyle Dubas is taking heat over this shocking Penguins dealKyle Dubas signing Ville Koivunen to an astronomical eight-year, $32 million contract extension has stunned the hockey world and renewed debate among the Toront

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Maple Leafs had clear chance to trade Rielly for star D and blew itThe Toronto Maple Leafs had a chance to trade Morgan Rielly roughly three summers ago, but missed a great chance to do it.

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The story behind Toronto's failed pursuit of Wayne Gretzky in 1996When the Edmonton Oilers traded Wayne Gretzky to the Los Angeles Kings, it was a national tragedy for Canada. They were sending the best player ever to play the

editorinleaf.com•2w

Bryan Hayes makes bold prediction for Gavin McKenna's third NHL seasonAs the first overall draft pick of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Gavin McKenna will be heavily scrutinized as he finds his way in the NHL. The former Penn State Nitt

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Why Auston Matthews' next contract could change direction for the Maple LeafsToronto Maple Leafs superstar Auston Matthews has two years left on his current deal. At the end of it, he'll be 30 and ready for a big payday. Whether the tea

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Maple Leafs are about to lose one of their prospects next weekThe Toronto Maple Leafs are hopfully turning a page next season as they shed their one single year of being absolutely terrible in their current era, come away

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Gavin McKenna's 'villain' swagger is perfect for a new Maple Leafs eraGavin McKenna doesn't fit the mold of the Toronto Maple Leafs' veteran players' button-downed, reserved, professional approach over the past decade. Current cap

Bleacher Report•2w

Re-Ranking NHL FAs Still Available 📊Breaking down players still on the market 📲

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New Maple Leafs signing can't wait to play in TorontoThe Toronto Maple Leafs made a whole lot of additions in free agency and one of them is looking forward to getting started in the Centre of the Hockey Universe.

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Former NHL player believes the Maple Leafs made the right hireThe Toronto Maple Leafs have made a whole lot of changes on and off the ice this summer, and their latest move is getting some praise from outside the organizat

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Could Auston Matthews score 60 goals and win another Rocket Richard Trophy?For Auston Matthews, the 2026-27 season represents a completely clean slate with the Toronto Maple Leafs. After battling the frustration of a down year by his s

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Leo Carlsson's decision stopped the Maple Leafs from pulling off this tradeA seemingly isolated incident could have been the cause of a potentially botched trade opportunity between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Anaheim Ducks. For a

Bleacher Report•2w

Will Leafs Be Better Next Season? 🤔Buy or sell every NHL lottery team improving 📲

editorinleaf.com•2w

3 former NHL first-round picks the Maple Leafs should target in a mid-season tradeThe Toronto Maple Leafs have brought in many new players this offseason and are entering the 2026-27 season with the expectation of bouncing back because of it.

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Why Morgan Rielly will not be traded and start the season with the Maple LeafsTrade talk surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs' Morgan Rielly, the team's longest-serving player, has been ongoing throughout the NHL offseason. Over a month a

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The one trait that sets John Chayka apart from past Maple Leafs GMsJohn Chayka has received plenty of praise for his transformation of the Toronto Maple Leafs during his first offseason with the team. He's done everything withi

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The latest Sidney Crosby-to-Toronto rumor doesn’t make a lick of senseSidney Crosby is arguably the best hockey player of the 21st century. Over his 21 seasons in the NHL, he has racked up 654 goals and 1107 assists for 1761 point

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Why this Maple Leafs prospect could force his way into the lineupThe Toronto Maple Leafs are entering the 2026-27 season with plenty of optimism surrounding them. They have added several new players to their roster through tr

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3 PTO options that make the most sense for the Toronto Maple Leafs As the dog days of summer roll on and we slowly inch closer to training camp, we are entering into professional tryout contract (PTO) season. PTO’s become one o

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New Maple Leafs forward can't wait to reunite with Auston MatthewsThe Toronto Maple Leafs made a whole lot of additions in free agency this summer but none of the signings up front at forward could be as important as Jack Rosl

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The Maple Leafs should at least consider a Matthew Knies-for-Cale Makar tradeIt’s early August, and everything around the NHL seems to have hit a bit of a quiet point. While the wheels continue turning for most clubs, it’s the ones that

Bleacher Report•3w

Free Agents Steals Still on the Market 💰Five players who could help the teams if they signed right now 📲

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Maple Leafs hire Sidney Crosby's longtime trainer for key roleThe Leafs announced today that Andy O’Brien will lead the organization’s revamped Sport Performance department, where he will oversee all areas of performance o

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A former Leafs prospect still wants to return to TorontoA potential reunion between a long-lost prospect and the Toronto Maple Leafs is still in the works. Or, at least the player still wants to badly come back. Semy

Bleacher Report•3w

Updated Trade Targets Big Board 🎯Karlsson joins Larkin and Hellebuyck as players likely to be moved 📲

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Why a Zach Werenski trade to the Maple Leafs is still possibleEarlier this summer, the Maple Leafs emerged as one of the frontrunners to land reigning Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski. The news seemed too good to be true

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Maple Leafs can’t think adding Darren Raddysh was enoughOne of the recurring themes for the Toronto Maple Leafs this upcoming season will be upgrading the roster in every area it can. One priority area was the blue l

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Why Gavin McKenna's Toronto pressure is different from every other top prospectGavin McKenna has been very busy since being selected first overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL Draft. From visiting his new home city to training and

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Analysts expect Auston Matthews to score more next season — but how much?So much has been said about Auston Matthews' dramatic decline in goal-scoring over the last couple of seasons. The explanation seems to lie with Craig Berube. H

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Maple Leafs still have free agent target left in 6-foot-7 bruising defenderThe Toronto Maple Leafs have had an incredibly busy offseason. They have added plenty of new players as they hope to get things back on track during the 2026-27

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Steve Simmons goes off on Marner's agent, exposes family dramaThe Toronto Maple Leafs' history with former homegrown star Mitch Marner was brought back into focus last week by the player's agent, Darren Ferris. Appearing

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Jim Hiller should reignite Morgan Rielly and Auston MatthewsIt was a big surprise when the Toronto Maple Leafs named Jim Hiller their head coach a few months ago, but fans should be super excited about this move. The lif

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The real reason the Maple Leafs couldn't keep Zach HymanThe Toronto Maple Leafs “Core Four” plan was a novel idea for its time. The thought of paying four players more than half of the team’s salary cap allocation wa

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Gavin McKenna explains why landing with the Maple Leafs was the perfect outcomeA whole lot was made about the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery and selecting potential superstar winger Gavin McKenna with the first-over

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Jeff O'Neill questions whether the Maple Leafs improved enough this offseasonGeneral manager John Chayka has been busy during his first offseason with the Toronto Maple Leafs. He has not been shy about making moves to turn around the tea

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Early Scouting Report on Landon DuPontDefenseman is expected to be selected No. 1 overall at the 2027 NHL Draft 📲

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Not enough people are talking about the Maple Leafs this offseasonFor whatever reason, the 2026-27 Toronto Maple Leafs season has very little hype around it and that's okay. It may just be because it's the middle of summer and

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Maple Leafs could have an old buddy team up with Auston MatthewsThe Toronto Maple Leafs could see one of Auston Matthews' old buddies team up with him, as they look to configure the lineup.

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The one factor that will decide the Maple Leafs' 2026-27 seasonThe Toronto Maple Leafs have made a boatload of changes this current offseason with hopes to change their fortunes for the upcoming season. Maple Leafs manageme

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Maple Leafs now know how much it’s going to cost to keep Gavin McKennaThe news of Macklin Celebrini’s massive contract extension on Wednesday wasn’t much of a shock. The Leo Carlsson offer sheet pretty much raised the bar. So, eve

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One thing prevented a former Maple Leaf from being a solid contributorTalking about injuries in the NHL is a tough scene, as one out of the blue can change everything for a player and team. Unfortunately, this is the case for both

Bleacher Report•3w

Trades That Should Have HappenedHellebuyck leads our list of deals that needed to be done this summer 📲

Bleacher Report•3w

Winners/Losers of Celebrini's Extension 📊What Mack's NHL-leading $94M contract means for the future of the league 📲

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Buy or Sell Latest NHL Rumors😱 McDavid to the Flyers? 🤔 Are the Habs in on Marchenko? 📲 Tap in as we break down latest

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Gavin McKenna takes the ice in No. 92 for the first time 🔵⚪ (🎥: @BauerHockey)

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Maple Leafs make trio of front-office hires, including new Director of Amateur Scouting Dan PalangoThe Maple Leafs continue to build out their new front office with the hiring of Dan Palango as Director of Amateur Scouting, Brad Rossen as Vice President of Research & Development, and JP Perpich as Director of U.S. Amateur Scouting. More and more, this is looking like an organizational realignment — a redefinition of roles, […]

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Gavin McKenna reveals what he learned from Macklin CelebriniThere is an immense amount of hype surrounding Gavin McKenna as he heads into his rookie season with the Toronto Maple Leafs after being selected first overall

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7 former Leafs are still without a job heading into the 2026-27 seasonWith another month and a bit to go before training camp opens, the Toronto Maple Leafs will be looking forward to a redemption year after a disappointing finish

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The one reason why Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies trade talks won't dieOne of the most perplexing storylines of the Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason has been the never-ending rumors of trading Matthew Knies. Maple Leafs' general man

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Jeff Marek gives glowing review of Maple Leafs coach Jim HillerJohn Chayka surprised many with his out-of-nowhere hiring of Jim Hiller to be the head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Many NHL observers suspected a high-pro

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The hidden off-ice impact of John Chayka and Mats Sundin on the Maple LeafsThe vibe around the Toronto Maple Leafs quickly changed not long after the new front-office duo of John Chayka and Mats Sundin was hired. Initially, an underwh

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Neil Glasberg on his involvement in the Maple Leafs' GM search: "I grew up in Montreal as a Habs fan, but I have to tell you I am the number-one fan in Leafs Nation right now"Neil Glasberg, Founder/President at The Coaches Agency, joined First Up to discuss his involvement in the Maple Leafs’ executive search and the team’s ultimate decision to hire John Chayka as General Manager. You went from working with Evander Holyfield to now representing many high-profile people in the NHL and being part of the search for […]

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Maple Leafs projected to lose key young player in Expansion DraftThe NHL are exploring options to expand further as soon as the 2027-28 season. It could be in Auston or Houston, Texas, or maybe they go back to Atlanta for a t

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Latest NHL FA Rumors and PredictionsMost recent status of Adam Fantilli, Cutter Gauthier and more ➡️

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Ranking New NHL HCs 📊How each new hire stacks up against each other heading into next season ➡️

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Former Maple Leafs goaltender officially calls it a careerBeing able to actively play in eleven years at the highest level of hockey is quite the accomplishment, even for a backup goaltender. That was exactly how long

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Why the Maple Leafs might benefit from Montreal's rumoured blockbuster tradeAs with everything in the NHL, the most pertinent question to ask is: How does it affect the Toronto Maple Leafs? Well, in the case of the rumoured trade betwee

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Connor McDavid's first comments on Gavin McKenna are raising eyebrowsGavin McKenna is all we're going to think about until Toronto Maple Leafs training camp opens up in September. The possibility of the 2026 first-overall draft p

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3 players the Maple Leafs will regret letting go this offseasonThe Toronto Maple Leafs have put in their best effort to remake their roster this current offseason. Led by new GM John Chayka, the Maple Leafs have pulled off

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New NHL Free Agents 👀Predictions for top players available amid rumors 📲

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Even if Gavin McKenna wins the Calder Trophy, it won't save the Maple LeafsGavin McKenna faces the immense pressure of being the first overall NHL pick of an Original Six franchise with a storied history in the Toronto Maple Leafs. So

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Ethan Czata invited to Team Canada Summer Showcase, joins Sweden’s Morgan AnderbergThe first major junior showcase/tournament is underway in Canada. Two Bolts will be representing their country.

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Gavin McKenna is spending his offseason with a former Maple LeafGavin McKenna is making his offseason training fairly public, as we're seeing a whole lot of really cool highlights from him as the hype builds and builds until

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The ideal Maple Leafs lineup to start next seasonEarlier, we took a look at the optimal defensive pairings for the Toronto Maple Leafs for the 2026-27 NHL season. Since the bulk of the Maple Leafs defensive un

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Gord Stellick isn't buying the Maple Leafs' offseason hypeJohn Chayka and the Toronto Maple Leafs have been very busy during the NHL's offseason. The Leafs' new general manager and his front office partner, senior advi

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This is the perfect time to put Matthew Knies back on the trade marketToronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies was a big trade candidate leading up to the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline. Despite the Maple Leafs making a GM change follow

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New players = new numbersLet’s take a look at what jersey numbers the newest members of the Tampa Bay Lightning will be wearing next season.

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One Maple Leafs weakness could become an even bigger problem in 2026-27The Toronto Maple Leafs didn’t have much working for them in the past season, whether it be the offense, defense or even their goaltending. As a result, when al

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Maple Leafs have intriguing PTO target in skilled veteran wingerThe Toronto Maple Leafs have undoubtedly had a big offseason. They have added several new players, with Sergei Bobrovsky and Darren Raddysh being the biggest of

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Bold Predictions for Every Team 🌶️Way-too-early hot takes for the 2026-27 season 📲