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Maple Leafs Reportedly Interested in Landing West All-Star

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been one of the more interesting teams across the NHL during the offseason. After losing star Mitch Marner in free agency, Toronto's front office has been looking around the league for more help.

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Nicolas Roy Brings Size, Skill & Playoff Snarl to the Maple Leafs

Born in Amos, Quebec—about a 5½ hour drive north of Ottawa—on February 7, 1997, 28-year-old Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nicolas Roy was a prolific goal-scorer and playmaker for the Chicoutimi Saguenéens in the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League.

Andrew Mangiapane News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 4

Leafs rumors: Toronto looking for winger after missing out on Andrew Mangiapane

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost Mitch Marner in NHL free agency. While it was a foregone conclusion by the time the trade with the Vegas Golden Knights went down, it is still a big loss.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 4

Maple Leafs hoping Michael Pezzetta can mirror Steven Lorentz’ success

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a relatively quiet July 1st and if it wasn’t as quiet as it was there a strong likelihood that we would be talking about Michael Pezzetta a lot less.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / July 4

Analyst Floats $15 Million Forward Trade as Maple Leafs Eye Upgrade

The Toronto Maple Leafs may need to move one or more players to create enough cap space for the addition of another top-six forward. One of the potential casualties could be veteran winger Max Domi, who NHL analyst Thomas Williams of Editor in Leaf considered a potential trade chip for Toronto.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / July 4

How the Toronto Maple Leafs are reinventing their roster for success

On the ever-present quest for a DNA change, the Toronto Maple Leafs’ offseason has gotten off to a slower start. It should be noted that championships are never earned in the offseason, and often many of the biggest deals of free agency’s opening days fall short of living up to the hype.

Mitch Marner News / Athlon Sports / July 4

Maple Leafs Top Prospect Sees Opportunity in Mitch Marner's Exit

With Mitch Marner now in Vegas, top Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Easton Cowan sees a shift in the team's lineup and a chance to move forward in his career.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 4

Ben Danford says he looks up to Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford arrives at his second development camp more confident and eager to learn as much as he can. The on-ice festivities kicked off on Thursday and will be running throughout the weekend as the Leafs brass get their first look at recently drafted prospects as well as assess the status of the returnees.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / July 4

Maple Leafs Drama Explodes as Marner's Alleged Jealousy of Matthews Comes to Light

Mitch Marner always brought out the anger in Maple Leafs fans, and a recent revelation on social media reveals his jealousy that led to his departure. After nine years, Mitch Marner is officially gone from Toronto, with the hometown kid failing to help his team reach the Stanley Cup Finals (or even Eastern Conference Finals) during his tenure.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 4

4 top-six forwards Maple Leafs should have on trade radar

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving wants to upgrade his top six, and in order to do so, a trade is very much expected at this point. The free-agent market is thin, and so are the Maple Leafs‘ wallets, as Treliving has just under $5 million in cap space left after the first few days of free agency.

Easton Cowan News / TheLeafsnation / July 4

Easton Cowan focused on himself as he fights for roster spot with Maple Leafs in 2025-26

Could this be the year we see Easton Cowan break through to the big leagues? Drafted 28th overall in 2023, the 20-year-old is considered one of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ top prospects, with some impressive numbers in the OHL with the London Knights the past few years.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / July 3

Maple Leafs Prospects Drop Gloves at Rookie Camp

The 2024-2025 NHL season just ended, but the Toronto Maple Leafs and many other organizations are already going through their first steps for next season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / July 3

Top-Six Forward Trade Candidates For The Toronto Maple Leafs

July 1 has passed, and all the big-name free agents are off the board at this point. Nonetheless, Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving is still searching for upgrades.

Nicolas Roy News / Trade Talk Sports / July 4

How Can Maple Leafs Fans Not Appreciate Nicolas Roy?

Sometimes, it doesn’t take long for a player to win over a new fan base. In fact, sometimes all it takes is saying the right thing at the right time. In his very first media appearance as a member of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Nicolas Roy did exactly that.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 3

Matthew Hlacar, Rhett Parsons enter fight at Leafs’ development camp

Passion is a quality that cannot be taught and it appears that the next wave of Toronto Maple Leafs won’t be lacking any motivation in the first step of their professional journeys.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

How the Maple Leafs Replaced Marner—Without Replacing Him

The departure of Mitch Marner marked a significant shift for the Toronto Maple Leafs, leaving fans wondering how the team could fill the void left by one of their top stars.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 3

Brad Treliving knocked it out of the park in first contract negotiations of post-Shanahan era

Now that we’ve had some time to settle following the opening of free agency, it’s time to give general manager Brad Treliving his flowers for the John Tavares and Matthew Knies contract extensions.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Blade of Steel / July 3

Maple Leafs Suffer Loss as Stanley Cup-Winning Goalie Joins Pacific Division Team

Matt Murray wasn't able to contribute much in Toronto, but now that he's healthy, the former Stanley Cup Champion is headed to the Seattle Kraken in free agency.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 3

Maple Leafs and the search for a top six forward

Brad Treliving’s July 1st media availability made one thing clear, the Toronto Maple Leafs aren’t going to spend the rest of the offseason just filling the vacancies on the Toronto Marlies roster, there is still a big piece of work to be done on the Maple Leafs, and that is to find a top six forward.

Steven Lorentz News / TheLeafsnation / July 3

Steven Lorentz discusses falling in love with playing in Toronto after signing 3-year extension

This week, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced that Kitchener native Steven Lorentz is locked in for a three-year extension. The 29-year-old became a fan favourite last season as a Southern Ontario kid who brought size and physicality to Toronto’s bottom six.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / House of Hockey / July 2

Brad Treliving Gets Brutally Honest About Mitch Marner Negotiations

Now that Mitch Marner is an official ex-member of the Toronto Maple Leafs, general manager Brad Treliving is shedding more light on his contract negotiation process.

Tyler Hopkins News / 6IX ON ICE / July 2

Toronto Maple Leafs 2025 draft pick profile #1: Tyler Hopkins

The NHL Draft has come and gone. Every team is excited about their draft and eager to see what the future holds for their franchise. This season, the Anaheim Ducks stole the headlines after selecting Roger McQueen of the Brandon Wheat Kings 10th overall.

Matthew Knies News / Breakaway on SI / July 2

Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies is Just Getting Started

To the naked eye, hockey in the state of Arizona started and ended with the Arizona Coyotes. However, when you look deeper, and you'll find a youth hockey program that's quietly produced some of its country's most prominent hockey names to date, like Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / July 1

Mitch Marner reveals regret from time with Maple Leafs

Mitch Marner reveals one of his biggest regrets from time with Maple Leafs

At least one thing about his Maple Leafs tenure will bother Mitch Marner for the rest of his career.

Sabres keep center with on $20M deal

Veteran defenseman officially returning for 16th NHL season

Corey Perry leaves Oilers for playoff rival

Sharks sign former top-10 draft pick to a three-year extension

Two-time Stanley Cup champion trying to get career back on track with Kraken

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Matthew Knies News / Yardbarker / June 29

Maple Leafs extending young star is change of pace from past era

Maple Leafs extending young star is big change of pace from previous era

The Toronto Maple Leafs took care of an important piece of business on Sunday afternoon by reportedly re-signing restricted free agent forward Matthew Knies to a six-year contract that will pay him $7.75M per season.

Leafs may accuse Golden Knights of tampering if they sign Mitch Marner

Vegas defenseman set for 'multiple major surgeries,' could miss season

Ducks rookie Roger McQueen chooses the perfect jersey number

Desperate Red Wings had to take a chance on former All-Star goalie

Senators sign forward Claude Giroux to a contract extension