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

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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

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Joshua vs. Max Crozier Fight

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Crozier vs. Dakota Joshua Fight

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Johansson Makes a Save

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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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What if the Maple Leafs traded for Eric Lindros in 2001?The 2001 NHL season still has one of the biggest "what if" moments for the Toronto Maple Leafs. It was the peak of the Pat Quinn era, and the team was looking f

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NHL Schedule Release Vids 😂Teams take page from NFL playbook to announce games for 2026-27 season 🎥

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Maple Leafs' 2026-27 Schedule Released: Boxing Day in Montreal, Black Friday in Boston, Bobrovsky returns to Florida Mar. 6 & moreNow with an 84-game schedule, the NHL season opener will take place at the end of September this year, and the Maple Leafs will play on the opening night of the NHL regular season: Tuesday, September 29, vs. Montreal in Toronto, followed by a back-to-back against the Isles on Wednesday, September 30. That means we’re […]

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NHL Regular Season Schedule 📅Opening night slated for Sept. 29. Tap for full details on 2026-27 campaign📲

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NHL 27 Trailer Drops 🎞️Footage and release date for latest edition of game 🎥

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Maple Leafs set to face a familiar foe as NHL releases 2026-27 home opener scheduleThe Toronto Maple Leafs have done their fair share of work in reshaping the franchise as a whole this current offseason. Whether it be the drastic overhaul of p

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Maple Leafs fans can sympathize with Red Wings' messToronto Maple Leafs fans can understand what Detroit Red Wings fans are feeling right now, amid the mess unleashed on the organization.

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Maple Leafs continue reshaping front office with hiring of Jeremiah Crowe as Dir. of Player PersonnelThe Toronto Maple Leafs continue to reshape their management group, announcing Jeremiah Crowe as their new Director of Player Personnel. Crowe spent the last nine seasons working his way through the Buffalo Sabres organization, where he started as a pro scout before a promotion to Director of Scouting and later shifting to Director of Pro […]

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The alternative reality where the Maple Leafs lose the 2026 Draft LotteryOne of the things I’ve wondered over the last couple of months is what would have happened if the Maple Leafs had not landed the first-overall pick in the 2026

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What's Next for Red Wings? 🤔Questions for Detroit to answer after Steve Yzerman's removal as GM 📲

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How one Game 7 could have changed everything for the Maple LeafsIt is virtually impossible to rewrite history even if the Toronto Maple Leafs really wanted to. After all, who would want to be the holder of the record not win

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Tampa Bay's 2000s Mt. Rushmore 🤩See which Lightning were among Tampa's top athletes of the century ➡️

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Predicting the Maple Leafs power play units for next seasonThe Toronto Maple Leafs enter the 2026-27 with a drastically overhauled roster compared to the disappointing, 28th-placed team they had a year ago. Since being

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One winger the Maple Leafs need to avoid in free agencyThere has been some chatter loosely linking UFA winger Patrik Laine to the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 28-year-old forward ended a controversial four-year deal sig

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Every NHL Home Opener 🏒League unveils matchups for all 32 teams Tap to see list 📲

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BS Meter on Latest Rumors 🌡️What's the latest on Larkin, Robertson and Fantilli? 📲

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Winners and Losers of the Offseason So Far 📊😬 Red Wings are in turmoil 💰 Carlsson is getting the bag 📲 More analysis on the big moves here

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Lightning Morning News: Bolts place two in Top 100 prospects listNot much new in the Lightning universe, but plenty of things happening around the hockey world.

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Former Maple Leafs fan favourite finally cashes in with the PenguinsLife in the NHL hasn’t exactly been too kind for former Toronto Maple Leafs top prospect Nick Robertson. Despite having shown flashes of brilliance during his j

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The Maple Leafs passed on a future All-Star winger — and it still hurtsAs unfortunate as it is to say, the Toronto Maple Leafs have not been the best at drafting proper talent up until the past few years. Looking back at the highly

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3 reunions the Maple Leafs should explore in the free agent marketThe Toronto Maple Leafs have been a little more quiet since their flurry of roster additions at the start of NHL free agency this year. But that’s because the M

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The Maple Leafs shouldn't give up on Zach Werenski just yetThe Toronto Maple Leafs were one of the clubs believed to be in the lead to land Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski this summer. News of a potential trade invol

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What if the Maple Leafs had re-signed Mitch Marner?The entire Mitch Marner departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs continues to generate discussion. It will be one of those topics that could remain a talking poin

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Maple Leafs prospect Gavin McKenna ranked No. 1 in the NHLIt's been quite a long time since we've been able to say this, but the Toronto Maple Leafs have the best prospect in the NHL. Not since the very brief months be

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RFAs Who Could Get Offer Sheets in 2027 📋Five players that opposing teams should target next offseason

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Ranking Best Fits For Dylan Larkin 📊Is Vegas, Dallas, Florida, or Minnesota the best destination for the Detroit captain? 📲

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5 reasons Auston Matthews is primed to return to MVP formGeneral manager John Chayka's mission to resurrect the Toronto Maple Leafs boils down to one key factor: finding a way to rejuvenate captain Auston Matthews. T

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Lightning Morning News: The Arbitration Hearings have been setWill we actually get a hearing this summer?

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Leafs new changes will help, but Matthews is still the key to successThe Toronto Maple Leafs have been busy making changes both on and off the ice to get ready for the 2026-27 season, but without a bounce back season from their c

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Morgan Rielly trade talks take unexpected turn as new options emergeMorgan Rielly was previously thought to be fairly strong in his conviction to go to the Western Conference if any trade eventually happened, but now that might

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Trade Fits for Kraken CenterLanding spots for Shane Wright with time in Seattle likely over 📲

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Elias Pettersson would be the perfect buy-low candidate for the LeafsThe Toronto Maple Leafs have a unique opportunity to get a very good center for almost nothing in the trade market. It's a slight risk but the Leafs need to tra

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Ranking the Worst Contracts Next Season 📊Carlsson's new deal makes our list along with nine other players 📲

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Matthew Tkachuk praises Sergei Bobrovsky after he signs with Maple LeafsThe Toronto Maple Leafs upgraded their goaltending as free agency opened in the NHL earlier this month, signing legendary netminder Sergei Bobrovsky to a three-

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Connor Hellebuyck landing with an Atlantic rival would be a nightmare for the Maple LeafsThe last thing the Toronto Maple Leafs need is for a division rival to pull off a blockbuster trade. In this case, we’re talking about the Buffalo Sabres. A per

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Elliotte Friedman says the Maple Leafs aren't done for the offseasonThe Toronto Maple Leafs have been one of the busiest teams in the entire NHL this summer. Whether it's taking larger bets on players like Darren Raddysh or Serg

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Darren Raddysh already looks like a bargain for the Maple Leafs When the Toronto Maple Leafs pulled off the Darren Raddysh sign-and-trade deal, the numbers were a little eyebrow-raising to say the least. Signing Raddysh to a

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John Chayka's ruthless moves spark needed Maple Leafs' culture shiftJohn Chayka has not been timid during his first couple of months as general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs. This week's dismissal of many members of the org

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Latest NHL Free Agency Buzz 🐝Updated rumors and landing spot predictions for big names 📲

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Sergei Bobrovsky can secure his Hall of Fame enshrinement in TorontoWhen the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs began, Florida Panthers goalie Sergei Bobrovsky found himself on the bench in the first-round series against the Boston Bruin

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Early Predictions for 2027 Trade Deadline 📲Binnington and DeBrincat lead the way of players who could be moved 📲

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Maple Leafs are being ruthless with their front office changesWhen the Toronto Maple Leafs were destined to have a significant overhaul of management this offseason, many expected it to come primarily from behind the bench

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Early 2027 NHL Draft Rankings 📊Defenseman heading to Michigan leads the way in our top 10 list 📲

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Maple Leafs' front office overhaul continues: Leach, Wickenheiser, Morrison, and Metcalf exit the organizationThe Maple Leafs’ front office overhaul continues. The club has reportedly parted ways with a litany of staff members, including Darryl Metcalf, Assistant General Manager, Hockey Research and Development; Mark Leach, Director of Amateur Scouting; Dave Morrison, Senior Advisor of Player Personnel; and Hayley Wickenheiser, Assistant General Manager, Player Development. Since John Chayka and Mats […]

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NHL insider gives major update on Maple Leafs' pursuit of 4 veteran forwardsJohn Chayka has made it abundantly clear since taking over the Toronto Maple Leafs that he is not afraid of making changes. The Maple Leafs have completely rem

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New Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan on Mark Giordano's promotion: "He is an elite hockey mind who will get a great opportunity to run the D and the PK"New Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan joined TSN Overdrive to discuss the process behind landing the Marlies job, his experience running the Leafs’ power play last season, working with John Chayka and team management, and the famous clip of the fan interaction in Colorado during his playing days. Take us through how it all […]

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John Chayka's busy offseason leaves next year in the players' handsToronto Maple Leafs General Manager John Chayka has been a breath of fresh air since the firing of Brad Treliving near the end of the 2025-26 season. Despite hi

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Pros and Cons of Ducks Matching Carlsson Contract🦆 Ducks keep No. 1 center in Anaheim 😬 Philly has to find a Plan B 📲 Complete signing reaction

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Instant Analysis: Steve Sullivan is the Toronto Marlies' new head coachSteve Sullivan is sticking around the Maple Leafs organization, taking over as head coach of the Toronto Marlies after John Gruden officially joined the Maple Leafs’ staff earlier this week. Sullivan becomes the ninth head coach in Marlies history. “Steve has earned this opportunity through his work with both the Maple Leafs and Marlies and […]

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Putting Gavin McKenna on Auston Matthews' wing makes too much senseOne of the biggest questions surrounding Gavin McKenna is not whether he’ll play for the Toronto Maple Leafs next season. It’s where he’ll play for the team. Th

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3 former All-Stars the Maple Leafs should land in free agencyThe Toronto Maple Leafs certainly did the bulk of their roster tinkering during the first day of NHL free agency. On top of landing one of the top free agents i

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Maple Leafs reportedly make several front office changesThe Toronto Maple Leafs are not done making moves to their management group before the 2026-27 season kicks off. According to a new report, the Leafs are moving

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5 reasons why a Maple Leafs super team with Connor McDavid could happenOn the most recent episode of his Spittin' Chiclets podcast, former NHLer, broadcaster, and noted Toronto Maple Leafs fan, Paul Bissonnette, floated a theory th

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Teams Destined to Be Worse Next Season ☹️Anaheim is one of four teams that will fail to meet last season's heights 📲

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Daniel Alfredsson on his controversial decision to leave Ottawa to join the Leafs' coaching staff: "I knew I had to move at some point... I'd have to earn my way and get experience"New Maple Leafs associate coach Daniel Alfredsson discusses the process behind his decision to leave Ottawa and join their arch-rival’s coaching staff. Opening Statement from Daniel Alfredsson on joining the Maple Leafs’ Coaching Staff Alfredsson: Sorry, I couldn’t be there in person today. I am back home in Sweden. First of all, I want to […]

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Catching up with the Syracuse CrunchTime to check in on the Lightning’s AHL affiliate.

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The Maple Leafs must maximize Gavin McKenna's entry-level dealThe Toronto Maple Leafs have a two-year window to go all-in on contention regardless of Gavin McKenna's entry-level contract situation. John Chayka doesn't have

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This free agent signing could be the biggest surprise of the Leafs' 2026-27 seasonThere is no question that the Toronto Maple Leafs' biggest offseason move was inking goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky. As I’ve noted earlier, the move evoked memorie

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Will the Maple Leafs' Dennis Hildeby trade be Tuukka Rask 2.0?John Chayka did not take long to restructure the Toronto Maple Leafs' goaltending situation. Before the general manager was hired, that position was considered

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Craig Berube's latest Mitch Marner take makes no senseFormer Toronto Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube had a very interesting take on Mitch Marner, to say the least. Specifically, the veteran bench boss discussed some

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NHL Stars Who Could Request a Trade NextMatthews and McDavid lead the way on our list 📲

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Lightning Evening News: IOC lifts suspension on Russian Olympic CommitteeOlympic news with possible NHL ramifications, free agent signings, and remembering some offer sheet drama.

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Steven Lorentz on the competition he'll face at Leafs camp after all the offseason additions: "I've been counted out my whole career... It gives me fuel and is nothing new to me"Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz joined TSN Overdrive to discuss reuniting with former Florida teammate Sergei Bobrovsky and the big changes in the organization this offseason. You’re under contract with the Maple Leafs for another couple of years. Take us through the experience of watching this craziness unfold with all the new pieces on the […]

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1 Word for Every NHL Team's Offseason 🗣️Defining all 32 clubs' moves this summer 📲

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The Maple Leafs' revamped coaching staff is built for successNew head coach Jim Hiller has completed his bench with three hires that bring a mix of championship experience, player development, analytics, and NHL pedigree.

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Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs announce coaching hires -- Daniel Alfredsson (!) and John Gruden among themThe Maple Leafs have announced the hirings for head coach Jim Hiller’s new staff, including John Gruden (assistant), Brad Werenka (assistant), and — by far the biggest headline-grabber — Daniel Alfredsson as associate coach. “I’m incredibly excited to add Daniel, John and Brad to our coaching staff. Daniel’s experience, leadership and understanding of the game […]

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Maple Leafs make surprising assistant coaching hireThe Toronto Maple Leafs made a hire that truly no one expected. It's something that boiled down, is one of the weirdest things to read when it comes to hockey i

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2 underrated Maple Leafs signings could pay off next seasonThe Toronto Maple Leafs have recently done what basically looks like a complete makeover to the roster, which to this point, seems to make the team now stronger

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Free agent center is beyond excited to join the Maple LeafsBlueger met with the media after signing his deal with the Leafs and could not stop going on and on about how he's excited to play for a team with such a rich h

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Underrated Signings from Free Agency 💰Teams that are getting bang for their buck with their offseason moves 📲

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Maple Leafs miss out on major free agent targetWhile the Toronto Maple Leafs were plenty busy as free agency opened up, general manager John Chayka was still shopping for another hit. Unfortunately, the one

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Claude Giroux pushes the Maple Leafs into a territory they don’t want to beJohn Chayka has been very busy this offseason trying to reshape the Maple Leafs' roster. He has signed several players to try to make the Leafs more competitive

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Maple Leafs reveal their true thoughts on Auston Matthews' roleWhile Auston Matthews has kept a low profile throughout the Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason, the front office moves have suggested the team is moving forward wit

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Thoughts on “Thoughts”: The Leafs’ belief in Matthews, Claude Giroux interest, Gavin McKenna’s poise, the sticky Rielly situation & moreElliotte Friedman’s final 32 Thoughts prior to the offseason break included a collection of Leafs nuggets to pore over, including the organization’s strong belief in Auston Matthews, Toronto’s offer on Claude Giroux, Gavin McKenna’s poise in the media, the touchy Morgan Rielly situation, and Florida’s decision to walk away from Sergei Bobrovsky. “They really believe […]

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Insider thinks Maple Leafs could still surprise fans with stunning moveThe Toronto Maple Leafs could still have one more stunning move in the works, keeping fans on their toes.

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Elliotte Friedman reveals surprising subplot to Maple Leafs' Bobrovsky dealThe Toronto Maple Leafs' signing of goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky during the NHL Free Agency period has been one of the bigger stories of the offseason. The 2-ti

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What makes new Maple Leaf prospect Brody Pepoy a worthwhile sixth-round gambleIt’s been a whirlwind year for Brody Pepoy. The Michigan native capitalized on the new NCAA eligibility rules to sign with Saginaw as a free agent out of the Pittsburgh Penguins Elite AAA program a year ago. After a solid season in an offensive support role with the Spirit as an OHL rookie, he is […]

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Updated NHL Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands after the first week of free agency 📲

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Biggest Overpays From Free Agency 🏦Jacob Trouba makes our list as one of the bad contracts handed out this Summer 📲

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Lightning Morning News: Flyers’ offer sheet will affect more than just the DucksThe trickle-down effect will affect more than just the Ducks and Flyers.

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Ryan Tverberg signs one-year deal with the Maple Leafs after Calder Cup successTwo weeks after helping the Toronto Marlies win a Calder Cup championship, Ryan Tverberg signed a new deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs. As per PuckPedia, it’s a one-year, two-way contract worth $850,000 at the NHL level, with a guaranteed salary of $350,000 for the 24-year-old. A seventh-round selection in the 2020 NHL Draft, the […]

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New Maple Leafs additions set to revive this major weaponFor most of the Auston Matthews-William Nylander era, the Toronto Maple Leafs could always count on a lethal power play to help their offense. That wasn't the

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Hayley Wickenheiser says who the most improved Leafs prospect isThe Toronto Maple Leafs Development Camp is all wrapped up but now we get to take away some opinions of prospects and how they have developed. But more importan

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Why Gavin McKenna is already winning over Maple Leafs fansIf his first week in the organization is any indication, the Toronto Maple Leafs and Gavin McKenna are a perfect match. The spotlight shone on the hockey prodi

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Gavin McKenna makes his first big decision as a Maple LeafWhen Gavin McKenna officially became a part of the Toronto Maple Leafs at the 2026 NHL Draft, life was going to be different for the young 18-year-old from here

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With Emil Andrae now signed, how is the Maple Leafs' defense shaping up?The Toronto Maple Leafs and Emil Andrae came to terms on a two-year deal worth $1.55 million per season on Saturday. Andrae was acquired as the centerpiece of the return in the trade that sent Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to Philadelphia. The contract itself is actually a tidy piece of business for the Leafs, […]

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Report: Maple Leafs linked to Claude Giroux in free agencyThe Toronto Maple Leafs have already been one of the most active teams in free agency but they might be looking to add another free agent forward to the mix. Bu

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Hayley Wickenheiser on the impression Gavin McKenna and Tinus-Luc Koblar made at Leafs dev camp: "You can see the separation they have in the way they think"At the end of the Maple Leafs’ 2026 development camp, AGM Hayley Wickenheiser discussed Gavin McKenna’s camp and potential, Harry Nanis, Tinus-Luc Koblar, Miro Holinka, and the state of the team’s overall prospect pool. What is your perspective on how the development camp went and what you saw throughout, wrapping with the scrimmage? Wickenheiser: I […]

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The Leo Carlsson offer sheet could be a warning for the Maple LeafsThe Leo Carlsson offer sheet has gripped the NHL with the force of a nuclear blast. It was one thing to see a major rising star targeted with one. But the dolla

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One story that defines new Maple Leafs goalie Sergei BobrovskyThe Toronto Maple Leafs signing of goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky was one of the biggest stories of the NHL's free agency period. With rumblings of Toronto's inter

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Analyst makes shocking prediction about the Maple Leafs' place in the AtlanticThe new front office, led by John Chayka and Mats Sundin, has not wasted any time putting its stamp on the Toronto Maple Leafs. The drafting of top prospect Ga

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McKenna to Wear No. 92 🍁NHL's No. 1 pick switching jersey numbers due to Sergei Bobrovsky signing

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Sergei Bobrovsky on choosing the Maple Leafs: "It is a blessing to join this team... Toronto is the capital of hockey, in my mind"After signing a three-year, $7 million AAV contract with the Maple Leafs, goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky discussed his decision to choose Toronto in free agency. What made you want to sign with the Leafs? Why do you think this will be a good fit for you in Toronto? Bobrovsky: Well, first of all, I am excited […]

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New Leaf Teddy Blueger on his past success with Dakota Joshua in Vancouver: "I love playing with him, and I'm hoping to get that chance again"After signing a two-year, $2.5 million AAV contract with the Maple Leafs, forward Teddy Blueger discussed his decision to choose Toronto in free agency. What makes the Leafs a good fit for you? Blueger: You kind of go off of where you feel like you are wanted and where you feel like you can have […]

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Maple Leafs sign first-overall pick Gavin McKenna to his ELCThe Toronto Maple Leafs' busy offseason continues with the announcement that they have signed the 2026 first overall pick Gavin McKenna to an entry-level contra

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McKenna Agrees to Contract 🍁No. 1 pick signs three-year entry level deal 📸

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Sergei Bobrovsky's signing leaves Artur Akhtyamov without a clear NHL pathThe Toronto Maple Leafs recently made one of the biggest free agency splashes in recent memory when they signed two-time Stanley Cup champion and Vezina Trophy

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Surprising team is showing interest in Morgan Rielly as trade talks heat upThe Toronto Maple Leafs have been extremely active this offseason. General manager John Chayka has completely reworked the team's bottom six forward group, adde

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FAs Still Available Who Can Help Teams 🎯Claude Giroux, Patrick Kane and free-agent stars who can help out a team next season 📲

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Best Players Slated for FA in '27 🔢10 players to watch when free agency opens up next year 📲

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Ranking 10 Best Moves of Offseason 📊Where do Brady Tkachuk to the Panthers and other trades feature on our list? 📲

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Big names that your team could get

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Grading the Maple Leafs notable moves during free agency so farIt is quite rare for an NHL team to get all their homework done on the very first day of free agency. But that was what exactly happened for GM John Chayka and

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One team makes too much sense for a Morgan Rielly tradeThe Toronto Maple Leafs have been one of the most aggressive teams since the free agent market opened on July 1. John Chayka has talked about how he and the fro

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Maple Leafs AGM Ryan Hardy on the possibility of a McKenna-Matthews line: "I think he would thrive with Auston... Auston would take it as a badge of honour to bring a young guy under his wing"Maple Leafs Assistant GM Ryan Hardy discussed the Maple Leafs’ active offseason, integrating Gavin McKenna into the lineup, the addition of Sergei Bobrovsky, Nick Paul’s role, and much more on TSN Overdrive. Can you take us through why this isn’t too much change? Why was it necessary to turn the roster as much as you […]

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Colton Sissons on joining the Leafs after falling short in the Cup Final: "Still kind of reeling from it, to be honest... All I care about is trying to win one, and no place better to do that than Toronto"After signing a two-year, $4.5 million AAV contract with the Maple Leafs, forward Colton Sissons discussed his decision to choose Toronto in free agency. What made Toronto the right fit for you? Sissons: We just started chatting, and I knew there was a lot of interest there. There was a role to fill down the […]

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New Leaf Nick Paul on the Leafs jerseys he wore as a kid in Mississauga: "I had a bunch -- Sundin, CuJo, Domi, Tucker... I loved it... This is pretty surreal"After he was acquired by the Maple Leafs, forward Nick Paul discussed his homecoming to Toronto. Did you have a feeling that a trade might be a possibility this offseason? When you found out you were getting traded and traded to Toronto, what did you think? Paul: I didn’t really think anything of it this […]

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New Leaf Brandon Duhaime on his willingness to drop the gloves: "It is a part of my game... When you play a hard-checking game, stuff like that kind of finds you"After signing a two-year, $2.6 million AAV contract with the Maple Leafs, forward Brandon Duhaime discussed his decision to choose Toronto in free agency. What made Toronto the right fit for you? Duhaime: From looking at the history of this team and how good they’ve been over the years, I just thought it’d be a […]

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What do the Tampa Bay Lightning look like after free agencySome teams went for the major overhaul, the Lightning chose to tinker a bit.

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Jack Roslovic on joining his friend Auston Matthews in Toronto: "Stoked... It is going to be awesome"After signing a two-year, $4 million AAV contract with the Maple Leafs, forward Jack Roslovic discussed his decision to choose Toronto in free agency. What made Toronto the right fit for you? Roslovic: The fit for me was a little bit of familiarity, the ability to play a strong, fast game, and really the complements […]

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Gavin McKenna is already turning heads at Leafs Development CampIt's been almost a week since the Toronto Maple Leafs were able to select top prospect Gavin McKenna at first overall of the 2026 NHL Draft, and now we get to s

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Hot Takeaways from Free Agency 🔥🗽Rangers make big changes 😬 Trade dramas around the NHL continue 📲 More analysis on the biggest moves

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John Chayka did what Brad Treliving should have done last summerToronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka has had the stones to do what his predecessor could not last summer.

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How Colton Sissons signing can unleash Auston MatthewsJohn Chayka and the Toronto Maple Leafs had a very busy first day of NHL Free Agency. The Maple Leafs' general manager was busy, adding a new goaltender, Sergei

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"A lot of the work felt focused on making Auston Matthews better in roundabout ways" - Anthony Petrielli on John Chayka's July 1 movesMLHS’s Anthony Petrielli joined The FAN Morning Show to discuss John Chayka’s busy July 1 and Morgan Rielly’s current situation. On John Chayka’s July 1 work: Honestly, most of the things he did sort of revolved around Auston Matthews. Whether that is good or bad, we’ll find out, but let’s look at the moves. Matthews, […]

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Lightning sign John Carlson to two-year contractWe forgot, Julien BriseBois never sleeps.

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Carlson Signs with LightningDefenseman agrees to 2-yr, $17M total deal with Tampa Bay (TSN)

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NHL Free Agency Open 📭Follow along for all the latest signings, rumors and more 📲

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John Chayka made one thing clear with all his free agent signingsThe Toronto Maple Leafs were the busiest team in the NHL on the first day of free agency. A trade and a slew of signings to fill out their roster was all done i

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Lightning add three players on two-way contractsThe Lightning and Crunch have their fill of goaltenders on the roster now.

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Why Sergei Bobrovsky's big contract is worth it for the LeafsThe Toronto Maple Leafs had room to make a Canada Day splash on the opening day of NHL Free Agency, and general manager John Chayka did exactly that. Leading u

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Trades Grades for July 1 Deals 🔠Our marks for Trocheck, Nurse and more deals on July 1 📲

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John Chayka on what he accomplished with the Leafs' five signings and two trades on July 1: "The flexibility to create a lineup that we feel is now deeper, faster, bigger, heavier"After a flurry of moves on July 1, Maple Leafs GM John Chayka discussed his confidence in Sergei Bobrovsky late in his career, the Nick Paul trade, the Jack Roslovic signing, and his depth additions at forward. What gives you confidence in Sergei Bobrovsky’s ability to bounce back after a down year in Florida and […]

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Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs attempt to address 3C hole, acquire Nick Paul in exchange for Dennis Hildeby & two draft picksThe Toronto Maple Leafs continue to remake their roster, acquiring Nick Paul in exchange for Dennis Hildeby, a 2027 fourth-round pick, and a 2028 third-round pick. There were a few glaring issues on the Leafs’ roster, and this move hypothetically addresses both of them at once. The first is that the Leafs had a logjam […]

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Nick Paul traded to the Toronto Maple LeafsNick Paul does it all…no more. He’s heading to Toronto.

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Leafs Sign Sergei Bobrovsky2x Cup champ leaving Panthers for 3-yr, $7M AAV deal (Friedman)

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Winners and Losers from Free Agency 📊Our round-up of the day's biggest news around the NHL today 📲

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Sergei Bobrovsky signing confirms the Maple Leafs are chasing a Stanley Cup nowWhen the Toronto Maple Leafs brought in John Chayka and Mats Sundin to oversee the front office, many wondered what the Leafs' direction would be. Were they goi

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Maple Leafs pull off shocking trade with Atlantic division rival The Toronto Maple Leafs have pulled off another shocking trade with the Tampa Bay Lightning, this time acquiring Nick Paul; in exchange, they sent Dennis Hildeb

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Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs add another quality defensive forward -- plus some jam -- in Brandon Duhaime signingThe Toronto Maple Leafs and Brandon Duhaime have come to terms on a three-year, $2.6 million AAV contract. Duhaime is another player we profiled in our free agent series: Duhaime can play right wing, and that speed makes him a good fit beside slower wingers like Lorentz or Joshua on a checking line. Ideally, you […]

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Sergei Bobrovsky is elite goalie Maple Leafs haven’t had in over 2 decadesThe last time the Toronto Maple Leafs had a truly elite goalie was over two decades ago. Back on July 2, 2002, Toronto signed free agent netminder Ed Belfour to

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Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs add right-shot checking center in Colton Sissons on two-year contractThe Toronto Maple Leafs have opened free agency by coming to terms with Colton Sissons on a two-year, $4.25 million AAV contract. The Leafs had a need for a right-shot, defensively capable player who could play center in their bottom six. We discussed similar options like Noel Acciari and Kevin Stenlund ahead of free agency. […]

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Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs add more C depth with addition of Teddy Blueger on two-year contractThe Toronto Maple Leafs and Teddy Blueger have come to terms on a two-year deal worth $2.5 million per season. Blueger is a player we noted in our free agent series: “Blueger is a no-frills fourth-line center capable of handling a traditional fourth-line role. He can take defensive-zone faceoffs, contribute on the penalty kill, and […]

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Instant Analysis: Sergei Bobrovsky is a Maple Leaf -- three years, $7 million AAVFormer Maple Leaf playoff villain Sergei Bobrovsky is changing sides and signing with the Toronto Maple Leafs. After days of intense speculation, the likeliest outcome came true on Canada Day when the famed goalie signed in Toronto. The terms: three years, $7 million AAV. Who is Sergei Bobrovsky? This header feels a little redundant for […]

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Maple Leafs land future Hall of Famer Sergei BobrovskyThe Toronto Maple Leafs have landed one of the biggest fish on the market. They have signed Sergei Bobrovsky to a three-year, $21 million contract that carries

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Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs add speed, right-shot scoring punch in Jack Roslovic on two-year dealThe Toronto Maple Leafs and Jack Roslovic have come to terms on a two-year deal worth $4 million per season. This connection has been rumoured for over a year, as Roslovic played with Auston Matthews for the USNTDP program, where they were linemates and finished one-two on the team in scoring. That roster also included […]

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Maple Leafs sign one of Auston Matthews' closest friendsThe Toronto Maple Leafs have signed Jack Roslovic to a two-year contract worth $8 million. Roslovic is coming off a solid season with the Edmonton Oilers after

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Maple Leafs get tougher down the middle with reported Colton Sissons signingThe Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly adding some much-needed size and grit on Day 1 of NHL free agency. According to insider David Pagnotta, the Maple Leafs w

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Breaking down first signings of the day

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Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs and Nick Robertson part ways at long lastThe Maple Leafs have executed a minor trade prior to the opening of unrestricted free agency, clearing out another roster spot and a couple of million dollars in future cap space they would’ve otherwise spent by keeping their qualified, arbitration-eligible RFA around. Nick Robertson is reuniting with the GM who drafted him in the second […]

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The Maple Leafs finally close the book on Nick RobertsonIt seems the Toronto Maple Leafs are finally getting ready to move on from Nick Robertson. According to a report by insider Pierre LeBrun, the Maple Leafs are f

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Latest report boosts Maple Leafs' chances of landing Zach WerenskiThe Toronto Maple Leafs' chances of landing Norris Trophy- winning defenseman Zach Werenski received a major boost. Multiple NHL insider updates over the past f

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Report: Leafs could trade for Zach Werenski without including Matthew KniesIf the Toronto Maple Leafs can acquire Zach Werenski without giving up Matthew Knies, John Chayka might go down as the best general manager in team history. Acc

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Live Grades for Biggest Free Agency Deals 🔠Breaking down all the action from the first day of NHL Free Agency 📲

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Time to talk about ZachThe Lightning could be a great fit for the biggest name on the NHL trade block.

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3 free agents the Maple Leafs should avoid at all costsWith NHL free agency upon us, the Toronto Maple Leafs will be looking to sign key players to bolster their roster ahead of the 2026-27 season. The Maple Leafs h

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Werenski Vetoed Stars TradeBlue Jackets defenseman shut down verbal agreement with Dallas (Friedman)

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Maple Leafs are 'all-in' on trading for Zach WerenskiThe Toronto Maple Leafs are not going about their business quietly. Free agency is open just hours from the time of writing and they are connected to the big fi