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Toronto Maple Leafs Linked To Two Star Forwards From Western Canadian Teams

The Toronto Maple Leafs are being linked to a pair of star forwards in the Western Conference, one of them being former fan favorite Nazem Kadri, by Jeremy Tingly of Leafs Nation.

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Are Any of the Maple Leafs’ Rumored Trade Targets Realistic?

With Mitch Marner officially out the door, the Toronto Maple Leafs are rumored to be aggressively pursuing goal-scoring help, not just at forward, but from the blue line.

Mitch Marner News / The Hockey Writers / July 12

The Fallout From the Maple Leafs Trading Mitch Marner

Trading Mitch Marner was never going to make the Toronto Maple Leafs better overnight. In fact, it’s fair to say it made them worse, at least on paper.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / July 12

Could Henry Thrun Be the Maple Leafs’ Next Simon Benoit?

When the Toronto Maple Leafs signed Simon Benoit in 2023, expectations were minimal. He was coming off a rough year with the Anaheim Ducks, logging heavy minutes on a struggling team and getting exposed in the process.

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The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.

Ryan Reaves News / TheLeafsnation / July 12

Ryan Reaves speaks candidly about pressure he felt playing in Toronto

When the Toronto Maple Leafs signed veteran enforcer Ryan Reaves to a three-year contract in the summer of 2023, it felt like it was going to go one of two ways.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / July 12

Ryan Reaves Goes Full WWE Heel on Maple Leafs and Fans

Ryan Reaves didn’t hold back when reflecting on his final season with the Toronto Maple Leafs, calling out both the organization and its fan base for how things played out.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 12

Matt Murray says Maple Leafs have a keeper in Joseph Woll

The Toronto Maple Leafs took a serious bet on Matt Murray when they traded for him in the 2022-23 offseason. There were some bumps in the road for the goaltender over his three-year tenure in Toronto, but after signing a one-year contract with the Seattle Kraken this summer, he had nothing but good things to say about his experience in the end.

Henry Thrun News / 6IX ON ICE / July 12

Analyzing the Henry Thrun trade: Impact on the Toronto Maple Leafs’ Lineup

The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired 24-year-old defenceman Henry Thrun from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for forward Ryan Reaves. Thrun was taken in the fourth round (101st overall) by the Anaheim Ducks in the 2019 NHL Draft.

Ryan Reaves News / TheLeafsnation / July 12

Ryan Reaves felt Maple Leafs ‘lacked trust’ in his game last season

Ryan Reaves believes Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube lost trust in his ability to contribute, which in the end, was the main factor for the veteran enforcer being dealt out of Toronto.

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Superstar athletes whose careers ended with a whimper

Let's take a look at some great careers that ended on less than stellar notes.

Michael Pezzetta News / TheLeafsnation / July 12

Michael Pezzetta teases tough style of play as ‘x-factor’ in breaking into Leafs roster this season

This summer has been all about getting bigger for the Toronto Maple Leafs. One piece of that was the signing of UFA forward Michael Pezzetta from the Montreal Canadiens last week.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / July 12

NHL Analyst Unloads on Maple Leafs’ 'Massive Failure'

The Toronto Maple Leafs have endured vast changes this offseason, if only because of the exit of Mitch Marner on the verge of free agency. According to NHL analyst Matt Larkin, not only have the Leafs changed their DNA, but they have done so for the worse.

Ryan Reaves News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Grading Ryan Reaves trade between Maple Leafs, Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs traded Ryan Reaves to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday, in exchange for Henry Thrun. Reaves is 38 years old, and has played over 900 NHL games across 15 years.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Blade of Steel / July 11

Elliotte Friedman Reveals What the Leafs' Next Big Move Could be Following Ryan Reaves Trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs moved Ryan Reaves on Thursday, and now Elliotte Friedman hinted that another intriguing trade for Brad Treliving is on the way.

Nazem Kadri News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Maple Leafs Given Unfortunate Nazem Kadri Prediction

As the Toronto Maple Leafs search for different ways to replace star Mitch Marner, the path has led the team to be involved in all sorts of rumors. Marner was a massive piece to the puzzle for the Maple Leafs, and replacing his production won't be easy.

Matt Murray News / Breakaway on SI / July 11

Championship Goalie Reflects on Time With Maple Leafs

Now former Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Matt Murray hasn’t had the easiest path in hockey since winning the Stanley Cup in back-to-back years as a rookie.

Cedric Pare News / TheLeafsnation / July 11

Marlies sign Cedric Pare, Sam Stevens to 1-year contracts

Cedric Pare and Sam Stevens signed one-year contracts with the AHL’s Toronto Marlies, the team announced Friday. Pare recorded 12 goals and 26 points in 59 games, while amassing 43 penalty minutes.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / July 11

Maple Leafs Land Perfect Fit on Defense

The loss of superstar forward Mitch Marner defined the offseason for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Losing a 100-point scorer is a monumental loss for the organization and a failure of the team to capitalize on the immense talent they had since their ill-fated Core Four came to be.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 11

Ranking all of Ryan Reaves’ fights with Maple Leafs

Ryan Reaves was traded to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for defenceman Henry Thrun on Thursday evening, marking the end of the 38-year-old’s tenure with the Toronto Maple Leafs.