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Maple Leafs trade Scott Laughton to Kings for conditional 3rd round pick

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made another buzzer-beater move at the NHL Trade Deadline, sending forward Scott Laughton to Los Angeles Kings for a conditional third round pick, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

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Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs continue to stock draft capital by trading Bobby McMann to Kraken

There was a real ultimatum presented to Bobby McMann on Friday: re-sign with the Toronto Maple Leafs on an agreeable deal, or find a new team at the deadline.

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Scott Laughton News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Toronto Maple Leafs Trade Scott Laughton in NHL Deadline Deal

The Scott Laughton trade became official as the Toronto Maple Leafs sent the veteran forward to the Los Angeles Kings. The deal was announced ahead of the 2025-26 NHL Trade Deadline.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Scott Laughton News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Kings To Acquire Scott Laughton From Maple Leafs

The Kings have acquired center Scott Laughton from the Maple Leafs in exchange for a third-round pick, John Hoven of Mayor’s Manor reports. The selection will upgrade to a second-round choice if L.A.

Bobby McMann News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Toronto Maple Leafs Trade Middle-Six Forward to Seattle Kraken

The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded forward Bobby McMann to the Seattle Kraken. In return, the Leafs acquire a second-round pick in 2027 and a fourth-round pick in 2026.

Bobby McMann News / TheLeafsnation / March 6

Maple Leafs trade Bobby McMann to Kraken for 2nd, 4th round picks

The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded forward Bobby McMann to the Seattle Kraken according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. The return is a second-round pick in 2027 and a fourth-round pick in 2026, according to TSN’s Tradecentre.

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Bobby McMann News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Update: Kraken Jump In to Land Bobby McMann from Maple Leafs

It sounded like Bobby McMann would be headed to the Colorado Avalanche, but we’ve now learned that the Seattle Kraken swooped in and won the sweepstakes.

Bobby McMann News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Report: Avalanche Attempting to Acquire Bobby McMann from Maple Leafs

Bobby McMann might be headed to the Colorado Avalanche. After months of speculation linking the Wainwright, Alberta native to the Edmonton Oilers, it sounds as if he could instead be joining the Avalanche, thanks to a trade in the final hours of deadline day.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Maccelli, Laughton, Cowan & Who’ll Be Left?

The timing of certain games can seem odd. Today’s trade deadline is one of those occasions when the focus drifts in two directions at once. There was a game to play on Thursday night, but there was also the quiet tension running through the dressing room as players wondered what might change before today is finished.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

3 Takeaways From Maple Leafs’ 6-2 Loss to Rangers

Happy trade deadline day to those who celebrate! Based on what we saw from the Toronto Maple Leafs at Madison Square Garden last night, I’m sure fans would love to see something to cheer about from general manager Brad Treliving and company ahead of Friday’s deadline.

Matthew Knies News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Insider: Matthew Knies Trade Will Remain in Play This Summer

Trade buzz around Matthew Knies is starting to get real. Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman revealed on Thursday night that Knies’ name was starting to surface in chatter, though a haul would be required for a deal to happen.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Maple Leafs' Forward Trade Hinging on ‘Massive Offer’

The Toronto Maple Leafs entered the season expecting to build on an Atlantic Division title and aiming at making a deep postseason run. Instead, the Leafs are carrying a six-game losing streak into Friday's NHL trade deadline and fielding calls across the roster.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / March 6

Maple Leafs Trade Deadline Rumours & News: Latest on OEL, McMann, Knies

The latest news and rumours on Maple Leafs trade deadline day The most recent Leafs updates from Elliotte Friedman on The Fan Hockey Show on deadline morning: Oliver Ekman-Larsson “I heard that the Leafs are asking for a first and a second for OEL, who has more term than John Carlson does.

Anthony Stolarz News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Maple Leafs Making Anthony Stolarz Available

Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz has found his way into a few trade conversations, according to Kevin Weekes of ESPN. The likelihood of him being

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 6

Ranking the Maple Leafs trade chips by potential returns

As the trade deadline inches closer I am reminded of the timeless words of Homer Simpson and hope that Brad Treliving will take them to heart, “Although

Craig Berube News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Craig Berube Opens Up on Frustration Amid Maple Leafs’ Six-Game Skid

The Toronto Maple Leafs remain stuck in a difficult situation after their sixth straight loss. Toronto fell 6-2 to the New York Rangers on Thursday night, and head coach Craig Berube did not hide his frustration after the defeat.

Matthew Knies News / NHL Trade Talk / March 5

Insider Has Heard Some Matthew Knies Trade Chatter

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ season has fallen apart, and that’s led to some uncomfortable questions nobody thought would need to be asked or even considered coming into the year.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Maple Leafs Should Explore These 2 Reclamation Projects

The NHL Trade Deadline is just days away and for the Toronto Maple Leafs they have some big decisions to make. They currently sit nine points out of the last wild card spot in the Eastern Conference and have lost three straight since the Olympic break.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Maple Leafs Continue To Listen On UFAs; Troy Stecher Drawing Interest

The Maple Leafs are continuing to gauge the market on their pending UFAs, holding Scott Laughton and Bobby McMann out of last night’s lineup (plus a defender with term in Oliver Ekman-Larsson) for injury protection ahead of tomorrow’s deadline.

Jacob Quillan News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Maple Leafs Recall Jacob Quillan

The Maple Leafs recalled center Jacob Quillan from AHL Toronto today, per a team announcement. He takes Nicolas Roy‘s roster spot after he was traded to the Avalanche this morning.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Leafs finally start selling with Nicolas Roy trade

Really, Brad Treliving had no choice. After the Toronto Maple Leafs general manager watched his team play some of its worst hockey of the season coming

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Nylander, Tavares & Laughton’s Choice

The Toronto Maple Leafs left New Jersey with only a single point Wednesday night, and the result felt like another missed chance. Toronto carried a lead into the closing minutes before the Devils forced overtime and eventually claimed a 4–3 shootout victory at Prudential Center.

Nicolas Roy News / Yardbarker / March 4