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Leafs’ William Nylander to miss game against Blue Jackets; Blais to make season debut

Toronto Maple Leafs’ forward William Nylander will not play Wednesday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets, according to head coach Craig Berube, as the winger continues to manage a lower-body injury.

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Maple Leafs’ William Nylander ruled out vs. Blue Jackets, Sammy Blais will make season debut

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander will not play in Wednesday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets due to a lower-body injury, head coach Craig Berube confirmed via David Alter of The Hockey News.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 29

10 stats that define Maple Leafs’ first 10 games of the season

Time flies by when you’re having fun, and the Toronto Maple Leafs have already completed the first 10 games of the 2025-26 campaign. Toronto sports a 5-4-1 record after defeating the Calgary Flames 4-3 on Tuesday evening.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Nylander, Knies, Domi & Blue Jays

For the Toronto Maple Leafs, Tuesday night’s 4-3 win over the Calgary Flames wasn’t a masterpiece, but it was the kind of victory Craig Berube will gladly take.

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How many of the 46 players to score 30 or more goals in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in six minutes?

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NHL News / 6IX ON ICE / October 29

Key takeaways from the Toronto Maple Leafs 4–3 win against the Calgary Flames

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off a 5–4 overtime win against the Buffalo Sabres to snap a three-game losing streak. However, heading into last night’s game against the Calgary Flames, the Leafs encountered more injuries.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 29

Craig Berube says Max Domi has been a different, more engaged player in past three games

The Toronto Maple Leafs‘ lack of secondary scoring early on in the season was one of the main negative talking points surrounding the team, but Max Domi did his part to chip away at that narrative with two goals on Tuesday night.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 29

Max Domi downplays his best game of the season in favour of team success

Max Domi was the star of the show on Tuesday night against the Calgary Flames, collecting two goals including the game-winner to help the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 4-3 win.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 29

Matthew Knies credits all-around effort for Leafs’ win over Flames

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies pointed to his team’s all-around strong showing as the key to their win over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday. Going into the contest, the Leafs had been struggling to generate any positive momentum in the second period of games which was a far cry from their dominance in that period a season prior.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 29

NHL Predictions: Oct. 29 Toronto Maple Leafs vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Anthony Stolarz News / TheLeafsnation / October 29

Anthony Stolarz believes Leafs showing improvement with rush defence through 10 games

The Toronto Maple Leafs took another tight game on Tuesday night, defeating the Calgary Flames 4-3 amidst the NHL’s Frozen Frenzy. Holding the Flames offence at bay, goaltender Anthony Stolarz is now back in the win column after dropping his last three games, conceding 13 goals across that stretch.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 29

4 takeaways from Leafs-Flames: Max Domi, Matthew Knies’ best games of the season

Max Domi and Matthew Knies each scored twice for the Toronto Maple Leafs, leading the team to a 4-3 victory over the Calgary Flames. Domi responded to the challenge issued by head coach Craig Berube, while Knies continued to operate as a constant offensive threat for the Maple Leafs.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / October 28

Craig Berube on Max Domi’s much-needed two-goal game vs. Calgary: “When he’s an engaged player, he’s a good player”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 4-3 win over the Calgary Flames, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 5-4-1. On the team’s performance: I liked our game pretty much, overall.

Max Domi News / Field Level Media / October 28

Max Domi's late winner elevates Maple Leafs over lowly Flames

Max Domi's second goal of the game broke a tie late in the third period Tuesday night as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the visiting Calgary Flames 4-3.

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Craig Berube News / Last Word On Sports / October 28

Craig Berube’s Impact and the Toronto Maple Leafs New Identity

From the moment current head coach Craig Berube took over behind the bench, the Toronto Maple Leafs knew they were committing to a different style. It wasn’t just about new faces or trades.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Woll, Nylander, Laughton & Injury Report

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Calgary Flames meet tonight at Scotiabank Arena in a matchup between two teams looking to build momentum — and perhaps steady their footing after uneven starts.

William Nylander News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

William Nylander’s Importance to the Maple Leafs Has Never Been Clearer

For the first time since April 4, 2022, William Nylander was absent from the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup, ending a remarkable run of 267 consecutive regular-season games played.

Joseph Woll News / NHL Trade Talk / October 27

Joseph Woll Back with Maple Leafs, GM Outlines Plan for On-Ice Return

The Toronto Maple Leafs welcomed goaltender Joseph Woll back on the ice this week, with GM Brad Treliving discussing the team’s plan for getting the young netminder up to speed and back in between the pipes.

Nick Robertson News / Athlon Sports / October 27

Maple Leafs' Nicholas Robertson Opens Up on Ending Goal Drought Amid Trade Rumors

The Toronto Maple Leafs earned a 4–3 overtime win against the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night, a result that included a much-needed breakthrough for winger Nick Robertson.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

William Nylander’s Metrics Show He’s the Engine of the Toronto Maple Leafs Offence

William Nylander is no longer just a top scorer for the Toronto Maple Leafs. His advanced metrics firmly place him among the NHL’s elite forwards. They show why he is the force behind the Maple Leafs offence heading into the 2025–26 season.

John Tavares News / NHL Trade Talk / October 26

Near 500-Goal Guy Now a Steal of a Deal for the Maple Leafs

While the rest of the team has struggled, former captain John Tavares has been a standout for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the early stages of the 2025–26 season.

Dennis Hildeby News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 26

Maple Leafs reassign Dennis Hildeby

10/26/2025: As was expected due to the nature of yesterday’s call-up, the Maple Leafs announced Sunday morning that they reassigned Hildeby back to the AHL.

Dennis Hildeby News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Maple Leafs recall Dennis Hildeby

Heading into the back half of a back-to-back set against Buffalo, the Maple Leafs have added some extra goalie depth.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 24

Joseph Woll returning to Maple Leafs from personal leave

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Friday that goaltender Joseph Woll will begin the return-to-play process after missing more than a month while on personal leave.